Rumble Teams Up with Tether to Launch Bitcoin Tipping for Content Creators
YouTube rival joins forces with Tether to empower 51 million creators through decentralized payments
Video-sharing platform Rumble is taking a bold leap into the crypto world by introducing Bitcoin tipping for its more than 51 million monthly active users. The move, announced by CEO Chris Pavlovski at the Plan ₿ Forum in Lugano, Switzerland, comes through a partnership with stablecoin giant Tether.
Pavlovski revealed that Rumble is currently testing the feature and plans to roll it out in the coming weeks. Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino added that a full launch is expected by early to mid-December after final UX improvements and bug fixes. The first successful Bitcoin tip was sent to Rumble creator and former Canadian political candidate David Freiheit, marking the start of what could be a major shift in how creators are paid online.
The collaboration could accelerate Bitcoin’s use as a real-world payment method, especially among creators seeking financial freedom from traditional platforms. With its anti-censorship philosophy, Rumble has long attracted a user base that aligns with Bitcoin’s decentralized ethos. Ardoino emphasized that Bitcoin and stablecoins can benefit both emerging markets and major economies like the United States, giving creators security against deplatforming and financial exclusion.
Tether’s $775 million investment in Rumble last December laid the groundwork for this integration, highlighting its commitment to decentralized media. Rumble is also working with MoonPay to offer crypto wallets to users, further simplifying how creators receive tips.
In March, Rumble adopted a Bitcoin treasury strategy, holding 210.8 BTC valued at around $23.4 million. The introduction of Bitcoin tipping could position Rumble as a leader in merging social media with digital finance—bridging the gap between content creation and the future of decentralized payments.
