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Green Jade Games appoints Janis Sliede as Head of Content Creation

Twitch Premium Partner has been tasked with defining the voice, style and tone of the developer’s content across text, audio and visual channels
Green Jade Games, the innovative game studio that delivers the most entertaining experience in the market via its suite of arcade games, has appointed Janis Sliede as Head of Content Creation.
Sliede has been tasked with developing and maintaining Green Jade’s video and live-streaming content. He will ensure a consistent voice, tone, quality and style to deliver an authentic brand message.
This in turn will help Casino Operators better convert and retain new players and he can lead the community in spirited competition and entertainment through interactive gambling. Sliede was chosen for the role due to his experience of live streaming, community building and having become a Twitch Premium Partner under his personal handle.
This saw him take responsibility for the end-to-end running of content for his dedicated Twitch.tv channel including liaising with partners and negotiating contracts. He successfully engaged audiences in markets around the world, attracting a following of 80,000.
His experience of executing more than 140 marketing campaigns and bringing together a dozen major influencers from Twitch and YouTube across the Americas and Europe as the Stream Team Manager for a major gaming organisation, ensures Green Jade Games have a head start in operational excellence for casino operators.
He will now bring this experience and knowledge to the iGaming industry where he will handle digital media production across text, audio and visual for multiple channels and publications.
Mark Taffler, CCO at Green Jade Games, said: “I am delighted to welcome Janis to the team and for Green Jade to benefit from his incredible experience when it comes to content creation and especially for video and streaming.
“It is great to also be able to leverage the understanding and learnings he has from outside of the industry so that we can apply it to our marketing efforts moving forwards, allowing us to better communicate the incredible player experience our games have to offer.”
Janis Sliede, Head of Content Creation at Green Jade Games, added: “I am thrilled to be a part of the Green Jade team and to be a new face in the iGaming industry.
“One of my main goals is to create a brand message and make sure that our story, through content, is being told in the best and most engaging way possible.
“Customers want to buy, support and align themselves with brands that are authentic, and it is my job to bring that authenticity to Green Jade’s content and marketing. It is a challenge I am looking forward to taking on.”
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NOVOMATIC successfully completes sale of ADMIRAL Austria to Tipico and focuses on international growth markets

Europe’s leading gaming technology group has successfully completed the sale of ADMIRAL Austria to Tipico. This transaction underscores NOVOMATIC’s long-term focus on global expansion and marks another important milestone in its international growth strategy. ADMIRAL Austria will remain an important technology partner under its new owner Tipico and will continue to rely on NOVOMATIC’s innovative technology solutions in the future.
Stefan Krenn, Executive Board Member of NOVOMATIC AG, emphasized: “The completion of this transaction marks an important step in our global expansion strategy with a clear focus on international growth markets. ADMIRAL has developed into an established market leader over the past decades, and we thank all ADMIRAL employees for their great commitment. We are pleased to have found a strong and reliable technology partner in Tipico, who will successfully continue the company’s operations in Austria.”
Axel Hefer, CEO of the Tipico Group, stated: “We are delighted about the successful completion of this transaction. ADMIRAL is a leading Austrian company with a strong legacy, and clear potential for future growth. Both companies are synonymous with state-of-the-art technology, innovative products and a high focus to player protection. Our future collaboration is very good news for our customers.”
The closing of the transaction followed the receipt of all required regulatory approvals.
The post NOVOMATIC successfully completes sale of ADMIRAL Austria to Tipico and focuses on international growth markets appeared first on European Gaming Industry News.
Industry Awards
PG Soft wins Best Slot Provider at SiGMA Euro-Med Awards 2025

PG Soft, a world-class digital mobile games company, has been crowned ‘Best Slot Provider 2025’ at SiGMA Euro-Med Awards which were hosted at the Hilton Malta’s elegant Grandmaster Suite.
The ‘Best Slot Provider 2025’ award recognises the most innovative slot game provider, judged on creativity, performance, and excellence in delivering compelling content. Finalists were determined through a combined shortlisting process and voting by both the public and expert judges.
PG Soft also served as Title Sponsor for the prestigious event that saw the company branding feature throughout the ceremony and across SiGMA’s digital channels.
PG Soft’s spokesperson commented: “Winning the ‘Best Slot Provider 2025’ award is a huge achievement and a powerful recognition of our dedication to creating innovative and entertaining games. This motivates us greatly to continue raising the bar and delivering unforgettable experiences for players worldwide.”
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Arizona Department of Gaming Issues Cease-and-Desists on “Phoenix Dream Home Sweepstakes”

The Arizona Department of Gaming (“the Department” or “ADG”) issued cease-and-desist orders to Raffall, a company based in the United Kingdom, and to an Arizona resident using the platform to promote the ‘Phoenix Dream Home Sweepstakes,’ currently advertised online and through a separate website, winthisazhome.com, which is marketing the chance to ‘Win a Luxury $1.3M Arizona Mountainside Home.’
According to the Department’s investigation, the promotion required participants to purchase entries for a prize to be awarded and promised either a home transfer or a cash payout, depending on sales volume. The investigation further determined that the organizers intended to profit from ticket sales. Based on these findings, the Department alleges the activity constitutes an illegal gambling operation under Arizona law.
As part of the enforcement action, Raffall has been directed to remove all gambling-related drawings or giveaways targeting Arizona residents, and the Arizona resident has also been ordered to cease promoting or conducting any unlawful gambling activity.
“Illegal gambling can take many forms and it does not matter if it is labeled a sweepstakes, raffle, giveaway, or drawing,” said Jackie Johnson, Director of the Arizona Department of Gaming. “Unregulated operations put Arizonans at risk because there is no oversight, and therefore no accountability or safeguards in place. The Department will continue to take enforcement action to protect consumers, and we urge the public to learn what is legal before participating in or hosting any gambling activity.”
Why This Operation Is Illegal
Arizona law prohibits gambling unless it is specifically authorized (A.R.S. Title 13, Chapter 33). There is no exception for so-called “sweepstakes.” Raffles may only be conducted by Arizona charitable, tax-exempt organizations (A.R.S. § 13-3302(B) & (C)), and personal profit is prohibited. Only individuals 21 years of age or older may legally participate in gambling in Arizona.
Because this operation is accessible to users under the age of 21, is conducted for personal gain, and is not conducted by a qualified nonprofit, it violates Arizona law. Additional potential felony violations include:
- Promotion of Gambling – A.R.S. § 13-3303
- Illegal Control of an Enterprise – A.R.S. § 13-2312
- Money Laundering – A.R.S. § 13-2317
Furthermore, foreign-based platforms, such as Raffall, do not adhere to Arizona or U.S. gambling laws, leaving consumers without essential protections.
Consumer Protection Advisory
As illegal online gambling activity continues to rise, the Department urges all residents and visitors to be cautious when participating in gaming, whether online or in-person. Regulated gaming provides important consumer protections, ensuring fair play and fair drawings, data security, accountability, and a safer overall experience.
If you purchased entries in this illegal gambling operation:
- Stop participating immediately and do not buy additional entries.
- Contactyourbank or credit card company to dispute the charges or request a chargeback. Your financial institution is the best avenue for seeking a refund.
- Monitor your accounts for unauthorized transactions.
- If you suspect identity theft, report it to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC):
- IdentityTheft.gov (English)
- RobodeIdentidad.gov (Spanish)
Important: The Department cannot assist with refund requests or individual disputes against unlicensed platforms. Consumers must work through their financial institutions to protect themselves and/or retain legal counsel. They may also file complaints with the Arizona Attorney General’s Consumer Information and Complaints Unit at (602) 542-5763 or azag.gov/consumer.
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