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YouTube has introduced a new payout option for creators in the United States, allowing them to receive their earnings in PayPal’s dollar-backed stablecoin, PYUSD.
The move introduces a new dimension to YouTube’s monetization framework. It also underscores the expanding role of digital assets within the broader creator economy.
The update was confirmed by PayPal’s head of crypto, May Zabaneh, as well as a Google spokesperson, who both acknowledged the rollout of the feature.
How the Payout System Works
To enable the option without altering its own platform, YouTube continues to send creator earnings to PayPal in fiat currency. PayPal then converts these funds into PYUSD and manages the entire crypto flow. This structure keeps digital asset handling away from YouTube while offering creators a more flexible way to receive income.
According to Zabaneh, this arrangement also eases regulatory friction because PayPal oversees all crypto-related processes, thereby allowing YouTube to introduce the feature with minimal operational changes.
With this update, eligible U.S. creators can choose PYUSD for both ad revenue and channel subscription earnings. The option offers a clear path for creators seeking exposure to stablecoin payments. It caters to those who wish to avoid the complexities of managing token conversions themselves.
PYUSD Expanding Presence
Meanwhile, the PYUSD stablecoin has gained notable traction since its August 2023 launch by Paxos. Since its debut, the token has spread across PayPal’s wider ecosystem, including its main wallet and Venmo. It is also used for merchant payments, small business settlements, and select partner integrations.
CoinGecko data indicates that PYUSD’s market value is near $4 billion, making it the sixth-largest stablecoin globally. This growth has been aided by broader integrations, such as Visa’s support for PYUSD in its stablecoin settlement system, as well as tokens like Circle’s EURC and USDG.
Growing Interest Across Big Tech
YouTube’s decision also aligns with a broader shift among major technology companies toward tokenized money and on-chain infrastructure. Notably, corporate confidence has increased following the passage of a federal stablecoin oversight bill, signed under the administration of President Donald Trump.
Rising activity in the fintech sector continues as well, illustrated by Stripe’s $1.1 billion acquisition of Bridge, a stablecoin-focused startup.
Together, these moves underscore a growing belief that regulated digital currencies could play a larger role in mainstream payments.