BAT Roadmap 3.0: Brave Creators Can Now Accept Web3 Crypto Payments On-Chain

BAT Roadmap 3.0: Brave Creators Can Now Accept Web3 Crypto Payments On-Chain

By Marcus Chen

November 27, 2024 at 11:09 PM

Brave Creators can now receive direct cryptocurrency contributions from their supporters through on-chain transactions, expanding beyond the traditional Brave Rewards system.

This new feature supports multiple cryptocurrencies:

  • Basic Attention Token (BAT)
  • Ethereum (ETH)
  • Solana (SOL)

Fans can contribute by connecting their Web3 wallet and sending crypto directly to creators' verified addresses. The process is seamless and works across the Brave browser ecosystem.

Brave browser interface screenshot

Brave browser interface screenshot

Key Benefits:

  • Direct peer-to-peer transactions
  • Lower fees compared to traditional payment methods
  • Instant settlement
  • Full control over cryptocurrency funds
  • Support for multiple blockchain networks

Creators can enable this feature by verifying their channels and connecting their Web3 wallets through the Brave Creators dashboard. Once set up, the contribution button appears automatically on their content across Brave platforms.

This update marks an important step in Brave's mission to provide more flexible and efficient ways for content creators to monetize their work while maintaining privacy and security standards.

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