X is exploring stablecoin payments (USDC) for its new Original Content Rewards Program, aligning with Elon Musk's vision for platform financial services.
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X is in discussions to deploy stablecoins, specifically USDC, for compensating content creators through its newly launched Original Content Rewards Program. The shift comes as the platform phases out its previous Revenue Sharing arrangement. Eligible creators under the new system must hold at least 500 verified followers and accumulate 500,000 Home Timeline impressions from verified users over the prior 90 days, while maintaining a Premium subscription tier and account in good standing. Payouts under the revised scheme begin September 25.
The stablecoin talks remain preliminary—X Money currently operates as a dollar-based wallet and does not yet support crypto or stablecoins—but align with Elon Musk's stated intention to embed financial services into the platform as part of an "everything app." The discussions suggest X is exploring how digital assets might streamline cross-border creator compensation as the stablecoin sector carries a combined market value exceeding $300 billion.
No timeline has been announced for integrating stablecoin payments, and the conversations remain ongoing with no confirmation of whether this approach will be adopted or how it might function technically.