Uphold has launched a new payroll deposit rewards program that includes ZBCN, the native token of Zebec Network, linking salary routing directly to crypto incentives. The program, which runs through Dec. 31, 2025, offers eligible users up to 6% back in crypto on paycheck deposits routed through Uphold, subject to minimum deposit thresholds and monthly reward caps.
Payroll Deposits Earn Up to 6% Crypto Rewards
Under the structure of the program, 4% of the payroll reward is paid in XRP, while the remaining 2% is split between SWMTX and ZBCN at 1% each. The altcoin portion of the rewards is capped at a combined $50 per month, with a minimum payroll deposit requirement of $250.
By tying incentives to direct salary deposits, the program encourages recurring payroll routing rather than one-time crypto transfers.
ZBCN’s inclusion in the rewards program aligns with Zebec’s broader focus on payroll and real-time payment infrastructure. The protocol has positioned payroll streaming and enterprise disbursements as its core use cases, moving beyond purely crypto-native applications.
CoinChapter has previously reported on Zebec’s expansion of payroll adoption outside the tech sector, including increased usage across schools, healthcare providers, and non-technical enterprises. The Uphold integration adds another distribution channel that connects those payroll use cases to a centralized platform with retail reach.
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Custody Support Lowers Friction for Payroll-Based ZBCN Rewards
Uphold currently supports custody of ZBCN, with the platform indicating it can hold up to $100 million worth of the token. This allows users earning ZBCN through payroll rewards to retain the asset within Uphold’s custodial framework, rather than requiring immediate on-chain transfers.
The custody setup lowers barriers for users who receive salaries through the platform but may not actively manage self-custody wallets.
ZBCN has approximately 37 billion tokens in circulation, representing around 38% of its maximum supply of 100 billion tokens. At recent prices near $0.0027, the payroll rewards program introduces a distribution mechanism tied to wage activity rather than exchange-based trading incentives.
Zebec’s token distribution increasingly tracks real payment usage rather than speculative activity, a pattern reinforced by payroll-linked reward structures.
Unlike staking or yield-driven reward programs, Uphold’s initiative links crypto incentives directly to salary deposits. The approach centres on routine financial behavior, positioning payroll routing as a recurring entry point for crypto exposure.
The payroll rewards program remains limited to eligible Uphold users and is subject to platform-specific caps, terms, and compliance requirements.
