The platform asked creators receiving USDT to update payment details, saying USDC offers a fully reserved and regulated payment option that is compliant with MiCA (European Union crypto rules).
Pornhub said it will switch creator payouts from USDT to USDC and asked users currently receiving USDT to update their payment details before June 1, 2026. The company described USDC as fully reserved, regulated, and compliant with MiCA (European Union crypto rules), presenting the stablecoin as a more reliable payment option. The move highlights how stablecoin selection can matter for platform operations, especially when companies emphasize reserve backing, regulatory alignment, and payment consistency.