Chainlink is enhancing its decentralized oracle network infrastructure with the introduction of a staking mechanism as part of its 2.0 economic model, aimed at improving network security and sustainability. The staking mechanism will serve as a new layer of cryptoeconomic security, incentivizing node operators and community members to ensure accurate oracle reports by staking LINK tokens, thus enhancing service reliability and user protection. The initiative includes long-term goals such as boosting cryptoeconomic security, fostering community participation, providing sustained staking rewards, and enabling node operators to secure higher-value oracle tasks. The initial rollout, scheduled for the second half of 2022, will focus on establishing a reputation framework and alert system, which will be refined based on feedback and usage. Chainlink's staking approach will evolve through iterative versions, incorporating features like penalty mechanisms and loss prevention strategies to safeguard against service level agreement violations, ultimately aiming to set global standards and expand its user base while offering higher yields for stakers.