Rumble to Introduce Bitcoin Tipping for 51 Million Monthly Users in December

By mid-December 2025, video-sharing platform Rumble will launch a new crypto-based tipping feature that allows its approximately 51 million monthly active users to send tips in Bitcoin (BTC), Tether USD (USDT) and Tether Gold (XAUT). The rollout was announced jointly by Rumble and Tether at the Plan ₿ Forum in Lugano, Switzerland.

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Partnership and Background

Tether, the stablecoin issuer behind USDT (and preparing a U.S.-compliant token called USAT), has a strategic investment in Rumble—approximately US$775 million invested in December 2024. CoinDesk+2Bitcoin News+2 According to announcements, Tether will leverage Rumble’s large user base to promote crypto adoption and new payment rails, especially in the U.S. market. “The aim… is to prove how we can convert [Rumble’s] 51 million [monthly] active users, mostly in the United States, to use stablecoins within the U.S., the most sophisticated country nation for financial rails,” said Paolo Ardoino, CEO of Tether. Tipping Feature and Wallet Integration

The tipping system will operate through an integrated non-custodial “Rumble Wallet” built into the Rumble platform. Viewers will be able to send tips directly to content creators via Bitcoin, USDT or XAUT, while the creators receive the crypto payments instantly (or near-instantly) without relying solely on traditional payment processors.

The feature is currently in a testing phase with initial pilot tips already conducted—particularly, the platform shared that Canadian creator and lawyer David Freiheit was the first to receive a Bitcoin tip via Rumble. (TradingView+1 )The target launch window is early to mid-December, once UX testing and bug fixes are completed. Creator Economics and Platform Implications

By enabling crypto tipping, Rumble aims to provide creators with a more direct revenue stream—beyond ad revenue, subscriptions or platform-controlled monetisation. Instant crypto payouts, fewer intermediaries, and global reach are key selling points of the new system.

For Rumble, the tipping rollout complements its broader crypto strategy: the company holds a Bitcoin treasury of around ~210–211 BTC (valued at roughly US$23.6 million according to recent estimations) and is positioning itself as a crypto-native alternative to large incumbents. Tether’s Stablecoin Strategy & USAT Launch Beyond the tipping feature itself, Tether’s involvement with Rumble aligns with its plan to launch USAT, a U.S.-regulation-compliant stablecoin, targeted at reaching up to 100 million American users via platforms such as Rumble.( CoinDesk+1 )By integrating tipping in USDT/USAT and promoting the wallet infrastructure, Tether aims to usher in stable-coin payments in the creator economy. Competitive & Market Context Rumble’s embrace of crypto tipping places it into more direct competition with other major video and content platforms (e.g., YouTube, Twitch) by offering a creator-friendly, crypto-focused monetisation path. Analysts view this as a potential inflection point for mainstream creator platforms to adopt blockchain-payment systems.(BeInCrypto+1)

From a broader perspective, stablecoin and Bitcoin payment volumes continue to grow in 2025, signalling increasing interest among platforms to incorporate crypto rails. Key Takeaways & Next Steps

• Launch timing: early to mid-December 2025 for tipping feature across Rumble’s 51 million monthly users.(CoinDesk+2TradingView+2)
  

• Supported assets: Bitcoin (BTC), USDT, Tether Gold (XAUT), and ultimately USAT stablecoin via Tether’s push.
  

• Wallet integration: Native Rumble Wallet enabling tipping, payment, and storage of crypto assets.
  

• Creator benefit: Enables direct crypto payments from fans, potentially lower fees, global reach and ownership of revenue.
  

• Platform strategy: Positions Rumble as a crypto-native content platform with treasury holdings in Bitcoin and partnership with Tether; provides Tether with a distribution channel for its stablecoins.
  

• Wider effect: This move may spur other platforms to adopt crypto tipping and payments, further integrating blockchain into the creator economy.
  

A2ZCrypto OTC Desk delivers discreet, secure, and efficient high-volume cryptocurrency trading solutions for retail, corporate, and institutional clients. Experience precision, liquidity, and trust in every transaction. The upcoming tipping feature on Rumble is more than a new monetisation tool—it signals a convergence of creator-economy platforms and crypto-payment infrastructure. With Tether’s backing and Rumble’s user base, the December rollout could mark a meaningful step toward mainstreaming crypto tipping and stablecoin payments in digital content platforms. For creators and viewers alike, the ability to transact with Bitcoin or stablecoins may redefine how value flows in the creator economy.

Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Cryptocurrency investments are subject to market risks; readers should conduct their own research before making decisions.