Jackpot Translation

History and Founding

Jackpot Translation was founded in 2017 by Christoph Schiller in St. Julian's, Malta, a major hub for iGaming regulation. The company was established to address the specific translation needs of the global betting and gaming industry, a niche underserved by generalist language service providers. From the outset, the firm focused on combining subject-matter expertise with technology, building a cloud-based platform to manage translation projects efficiently.

Business Model

Jackpot Translation operates a managed translation service model that pairs native-speaking translators with gambling industry experience alongside a proprietary translation management system. This setup allows for centralized glossaries, translation memories, and automated quality checks. Unlike generalist agencies, every project manager and linguist in the company's network specializes solely in gambling, sports betting, lottery, and casino operations. This vertical focus reduces the risk of costly mistranslations that could lead to regulatory fines or brand damage. Clients pay a premium for this specialization, but the company's turnaround speed and accuracy during major sporting events are frequently highlighted in industry forums.

Products and Platforms

The company's core product is the JPT Platform, a cloud-based translation management system that integrates with iGaming back-end systems such as OddsMatrix, SBTech, and Playtech. The platform includes features like automated work allocation, real-time status updates, built-in QA checks, and machine translation post-editing options. Jackpot Translation also offers pre-configured Localisation Kits for common iGaming content types, including sportsbook odds, casino game descriptions, and regulatory documents. Additional services include live interpreting for regulatory hearings and conferences, regulatory compliance translations for licensing documents and AML materials, and marketing localization that adapts campaigns to local cultures while respecting advertising restrictions.

Market Position and Regulation

Jackpot Translation is one of the few language service providers exclusively dedicated to the iGaming vertical. Its main competitors are generalist translation agencies that lack domain-specific knowledge. The company holds ISO 17100 certification for translation services and complies with GDPR, ensuring data security for sensitive player information. Based in Malta, it benefits from proximity to major betting companies and participates in key industry events such as ICE London and SBC Summit. The firm also publishes thought leadership on multilingual compliance and player acquisition strategies. While detailed financials are not publicly available as it remains privately held, the company has built a reputation for reliability and speed in regulated markets across Europe, Asia, Latin America, and Africa.