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Creators Gain ‘Freedom Wallet' via Rumble–MoonPay Alliance
Rumble has unveiled its new 'Rumble Wallet' in collaboration with crypto‑payments specialist MoonPay, designed to empower content creators by enabling them to monetise and manage earnings with Bitcoin and other digital assets directly on the platform. The wallet, slated for launch in the third quarter of 2025, will feature seamless on‑ and off‑ramps for buying, selling and swapping cryptocurrency—a move aimed at reducing dependence on traditional banking systems.
Chris Pavlovski, Rumble's founder and chief executive, described the wallet as a milestone in creator autonomy: 'We're not just building tools – we're building freedom.' MoonPay CEO Ivan Soto‑Wright echoed that sentiment, stating the partnership bridges digital currency's financial liberty with Rumble's commitment to free expression. An extension of the deal sees MoonPay's creative agency, Otherlife, migrating to Rumble Cloud to leverage decentralised computing and storage.
This announcement follows Rumble's strategic deployment of Bitcoin in its own treasury. In March the company purchased 188 BTC for approximately $17.1 million—viewed as a hedge against fiat devaluation and emblematic of its broader crypto‑centric strategy. With Tether's USDT issuer having infused $775 million into the company, Rumble has signalled a full throttle entry into digital assets and Web3 ecosystems.
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Experts suggest the move addresses two long‑standing challenges for digital creators: financial friction and platform constraints. 'Creators often struggle with payment delays and high fees when dealing with traditional financial systems,' said a blockchain industry analyst. 'A native crypto wallet can dramatically reduce those frictions.' He added that integrating effective fiat‑crypto conversion via MoonPay should smooth adoption among creators unfamiliar with digital asset protocols.
MoonPay, founded in 2019 and valued at about $3.4 billion in 2022, offers licensed fiat‑on‑ramps globally, including card, Apple Pay, PayPal and Venmo options. The company's integration with Rumble aims to tap its existing infrastructure, trusted by more than 30 million users across 160 countries.
By embedding MoonPay's infrastructure, Rumble can offer creators turnkey access to crypto, a contrast to more cumbersome typical workflows that require redirecting to external exchanges. Rumble's upcoming wallet supports Bitcoin, other leading cryptocurrencies and potentially stablecoins—though an exact asset list remains pending confirmation.
Analysts note that the cloud integration with Otherlife could signal a broader alliance. 'This demonstrates how creators will not only be paid in crypto but may begin producing content within decentralised architectures,' said a Web3 researcher. The integration hints at deeper infrastructure endeavours that go beyond simple financial services.
Nevertheless, the initiative comes with potential regulatory and operational challenges. Embedding crypto payments entails navigating financial compliance, anti‑money‑laundering frameworks and jurisdictional licensing. MoonPay, regulated in multiple regions including the US, UK, EU, Canada and Australia, brings compliance safeguards, but regulatory divergence across markets may complicate global rollout.
Market watchers are also scrutinising user adoption: success depends on creators embracing and understanding crypto. 'Education and user experience will determine if this becomes mainstream or remains a niche feature,' commented a product strategist focused on creator platforms.
Financially, the partnership may create new revenue streams for both companies. Rumble could capture transaction fees and enhance its value proposition, attracting creators who prioritise payment sovereignty. MoonPay, servicing a known digital creator base, may consolidate its position as a backend provider for on‑platform crypto services.
Rumble's stock has responded positively to the announcement, maintaining interest from retail investors who view its crypto pivot and independence from traditional Big Tech as pivotal. However, volatility in crypto markets and evolving regulations could influence long‑term outcomes.
