# Proposal: Activate ARB Staking (FINAL) **URL:** \ **Category:** Archived Proposals\ **Created:** [October 20, 2023, 12:00pm UTC](https://forum.arbitrum.foundation/t/proposal-activate-arb-staking-final/19068 "2023-10-20T12:00:39Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 1\ **Showing post:** 27
**Author:** ![limes](https://yyz1.discourse-cdn.com/flex029/user_avatar/forum.arbitrum.foundation/limes/32/1085_2.png) [@limes](https://forum.arbitrum.foundation/u/limes)\ **Post date:** [October 26, 2023, 5:23pm UTC](https://forum.arbitrum.foundation/t/proposal-activate-arb-staking-final/19068/27 "2023-10-26T17:23:40Z")
As someone who believes in the importance of being open to new ideas and experimentation, I find this proposal both intriguing and promising. The planned staking mechanism could offer significant benefits for long-term ARB token holders, creating a positive feedback loop for those involved in Arbitrum. The innovative nature of this proposal is particularly appealing. It acknowledges the current gaps in knowledge around sustainable staking mechanisms and suggests a structured way to gather the necessary data to address those. The 12-month experimental phase seems a well-thought-out approach to collect specific and relevant data, which will aid in refining the staking model, ultimately leading to a more stable incentive system. I view the involvement of the Arbitrum Coalition as another notable element that brings credence to this venture. I would lean on the expertise of Gauntlet, Blockworks, and Trail of Bits to help me understand the long term ramifications of this change. All in all, I am eager to see how this initiative unfolds and am prepared to support this measured yet forward-thinking approach. This proposal aligns with the spirit of exploration that is among Arbitrum DAO’s best qualities. --- _[View the full topic](https://forum.arbitrum.foundation/t/proposal-activate-arb-staking-final/19068)._