Chainlink Staking Isn't a Yield Farm. It's Cryptoeconomic Security With Real Consequences.

Chainlink Staking is not a yield farm, but a mechanism for cryptoeconomic security. It makes dishonest behavior expensive, and the yield is a side effect. Node Operator Stakers face slashing risk if they fail to meet performance requirements, while Community Stakers do not. The delegation mechanic connects the two groups, with community stakers financially backing node operators. This adds to Chainlink's security posture beyond just locking up LINK.