Chainlink's staking mechanism is a key component of its 2.0 economic model, providing users with a cryptoeconomic security framework by allowing them to stake LINK tokens into smart contracts to ensure oracle service performance. The initial release of the v0.1 beta staking is scheduled for December, and community members can check their eligibility for early participation on staking.chain.link. The v0.1 staking codebase has undergone multiple security audits by professional firms, and further evaluation will occur through a competitive, limited-time audit program on the Code4rena platform, offering over $120,000 in USDC rewards for discovering vulnerabilities. This audit involves certified "Wardens" who will assess the Solidity smart contracts related to LINK token staking and alerting. The audit period runs from November 1 to November 5, 2022, and marks a significant milestone in Chainlink's commitment to security and the evolution of its economic model, alongside other initiatives like Chainlink BUILD and SCALE. These efforts signify an era of accelerated growth within the Chainlink ecosystem, enhancing security and value capture in the network.