TerraPay and MilX partner to power global payouts for creator economy
DUBAI, UAE – February 7, 2026 – TerraPay and MilX announced a partnership to deliver instant cross-border payouts for content creators and the gig economy. The deal enables secure earnings access in local currencies across 70+ markets without FX friction or hidden fees, targeting the $253 billion creator economy with 207 million active creators in 2025.
Announcement Specifics
TerraPay, a global money movement platform connecting to 3.7 billion mobile wallets and 7.5 billion bank accounts, integrates with MilX—powered by Air Media Tech for YouTubers. Creators receive payouts to bank accounts, digital wallets, and cards in local currencies. No timelines were specified for the partnership launch. MilX currently operates in 44 countries, and the collaboration aims to boost payout speed beyond monthly cycles.
Stakeholder Perspectives
“Partnering with MilX allows us to give creators what they’ve lacked for far too long – instant, secure access to their earnings in local currencies… without FX friction or hidden fees. By combining MilX’s creator ecosystem with TerraPay’s global payout infrastructure, we’re enabling faster scaling for the platform and true financial freedom for creators everywhere.”
— Valli Ardalan, SVP and Head of Europe at TerraPay
Why it matters: The statement underscores TerraPay’s strategic expansion into B2C creator payments, leveraging its vast network for scalability.
“We’re excited to partner with TerraPay to further strengthen our global payout capabilities. This collaboration helps us deliver even more seamless, borderless payouts — enabling creators to focus on growing their audiences while we take care of the payments.”
— Paul Lekhnovsky, CEO of MilX
Why it matters: For MilX, the partnership enhances operational efficiency and enables creators to receive earnings faster than traditional monthly payment cycles.
Industry Context
The creator economy reached $253 billion in 2025, serving 207 million creators globally. Creator payment solutions are projected to grow from $4.5 billion in 2024 to $18.5 billion by 2033, driven by demand for instant, low-cost global access. TerraPay’s hubs in Dubai and Riyadh position the partnership for MENA impact, aiding regional YouTubers and gig workers with compliant, real-time payouts amid fintech growth in the UAE and Saudi Arabia.
This alliance accelerates financial inclusion for digital creators, promising scaled operations and reduced barriers in the evolving gig economy.
Sources: The Fintech Times, TerraPay, MilX
