Tether-Backed YouTube Rival Rumble Launches Bitcoin Wallet

Rumble has unveiled a new non-custodial cryptocurrency wallet in partnership with Tether, enabling users to send direct donations to content creators on the platform. The Rumble Wallet, which supports Bitcoin, USDT, and Tether Gold (XAUT), is designed to facilitate cross-border payments while allowing users complete control over their private keys and funds.

BREAKING: Rumble and Tether Launch Crypto Wallet for Creator Economy

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This new feature eliminates intermediaries like banks and ad networks, enabling creators to monetize their work more directly. Payments can be processed via credit cards, Apple Pay, PayPal, and Venmo, with MoonPay handling the deposit and withdrawal of funds. Rumble's CEO, Chris Pavlowski, emphasized the wallet's role in empowering creators and users to support content freely.

This wallet is the first offering developed using Tether's Wallet Development Kit (WDK), marking a significant move to broaden the use of Tether’s financial infrastructure beyond traditional exchanges. Paolo Ardoino from Tether stated that this initiative aims to provide access to non-custodial payment solutions for a wide array of users, particularly in the U.S.

The launch of the Rumble Wallet follows Rumble's previously announced plans to facilitate Bitcoin donations in collaboration with Tether. This aligns with Tether's strategy to enhance cryptocurrency services and promote the use of stablecoins across major platforms.

Strategic Collaboration

Rumble positions itself as a viable alternative to YouTube, seeking to create a space free from the influence of larger tech corporations. Tether has been a significant investor in Rumble, injecting $775 million into the platform in late 2024 and providing an additional $150 million for developing its cloud and AI infrastructure. This partnership is complemented by collaborative efforts such as plans to merge with the former Bitcoin miner Northern Data and the recent introduction of PearPass, Tether's password manager.