Every Friday, Covers takes a look back at the week that was in the sports betting market. With a collection of sports betting news and notes, we plan to cover all the bases.

PrizePicks reveals second Super Sweat Competition for the Super Bowl

Daily Fantasy sports betting (DFS) service provider PrizePicks has actually announced the launch of its Super Sweat competitors for the second year. The promo will offer gamers three chances to be chosen to take part in a contest for $1 million and a trip to see their choices at an invite-only watch celebration for Super Bowl LIX on February 9.

THE SUPER SWEAT IS BACK 3 of YOU will get the opportunity to SWEAT a 3-Pick Lineup for $1,000,000 on the Big Game (Feb. 9th)

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Players can make an opportunity to join the Super Sweat promo in 3 methods. The first is by posting a screenshot of a lineup for the NFL Conference Championship on Instagram, TikTok, or X (previously Twitter) with the hashtag #SuperSweat.

The 2nd way is to publish a video of your finest touchdown event on X, TikTok, and Instagram with the hashtag #SuperSweat. The final way to get into the promotion is by publishing a screenshot of your preferred NFL lineup with the #SuperSweat on X, Instagram, or TikTok.

Additionally, other gamers will have a possibility to play on game day for a share of an additional $1 million prize by trailing the lineups of the 3 rivals in the Super Sweat competition. PrizePicks will reveal its three rivals on February 7.

PrizePicks has actually expanded because it provided the Super Sweat competitors for the last Super Bowl, including peer-to-peer video games in Alabama, Tennessee, West Virginia, and Wyoming in January. The DFS platform was also introduced in Missouri and Delaware in October, and licensing approval was gained from both jurisdictions. The site is now available in more than 45 U.S. states.

Florida Gaming Commission panelists agree present unlawful gaming statutory is inadequate

The Florida Gaming Commission recently testified existing statutory categories and penalties for unlawful video gaming offenses were insufficient.

"There's only so much cash to go around. If a dollar does not go to a licensed facility or a tribal facility, it's entering into a wrongdoer's pocket. It's as simple as that," executive director Ross Marshman mentioned, affirming before the Florida House of Representatives Industries & Professional Activities Subcommittee.

So far, certified gaming house facilities, card spaces, and slot centers are the only types of legal land-based video gaming in the Sunshine State. Still, panelists expressed growing concern over the boost in unlawful gaming within the state, as the current statute does not discourage facilities from making illegal sports betting much easier to gain access to.

"There is absolutely no disincentive for these establishments to shut down due to the misdemeanors that they deal with," said Chief Ed Cayenne of the Homeland Security Division of the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office. "They are willing to pay the fines and continue the operations because they are so rewarding."

Recently, Florida police punished illegal establishments throughout the state, with 10 places in Jacksonville required to close in December. The Jacksonville Sheriff's office revealed more than a lots locals were involved in a sports betting ring that was operating because 2021, resulting in 5 people jailed for racketeering offenses.

Likewise, Florida likewise had among the most recognizable gambling claims in the last few years, with the Seminole Tribe-operated Acid rock sportsbook suspending operations after its launch in 2021, with the lawsuit lasting up until 2024.

Hard Rock Bet ends up being latest member of Unity by Hard Rock Loyalty program

Acid rock International revealed its sportsbook, Acid rock Bet, will end up being the most current addition to its Unity by Acid rock commitment scheme.

Acid rock Bet will keep its online loyalty benefits program for users but will let gamers make Tier Credits for both programs. Players can move these credits between the two and cash in for either online or on-property benefits.

"Integrating Acid Rock Bet into Unity will be a game-changer for visitor engagement," stated Keith Sheldon, president of home entertainment and brand management at Hard Rock International and Seminole Gaming. "This enhancement not only offers an enjoyable, interactive method for guests to make points when positioning bets, however likewise considerably boosts loyalty."

Using Hard Rock Bet can now lead you to experiences around the world

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Unity by Hard Rock lets users redeem Unity Points at one of Acid rock's global places. There are more than 200 getting involved places, including hotels, gambling establishments, cafes, and Rock Shops. Likewise, Hard Rock's collaboration with Royal Caribbean International and Celebrity Cruises enables players to redeem points on Royal Caribbean's Club Royale and Celebrity Cruises' Blue Chip Club.

"By fulfilling guests for their playtime, we produce a win-win scenario where visitors delight in an enriched experience, and we foster an intro to all the amazing verticals in our brand through point redemption opportunities at Hotels, Casinos, Cafes, Rock Shops and home entertainment venues," Sheldon continued.

Acid Rock Bet is also broadening its sportsbooks in other ways, adding jai-alai sports betting ahead of the 2025 World Jai-Alai League. Fans can enjoy unique streaming and sports betting content for jai alai on Acid rock Bet platforms.

Incentive Games introduces crash game with bet365

Game designer Incentive Games has revealed the launch of a brand-new crash game, "Velocity," which the operator will give the Brazilian market through a collaboration with bet365. It's the first pay-to-play crash game Incentive Games has actually made with bet365, however not the first time Incentive has partnered with bet365.

Incentive Games assures that it will continue to update "Velocity," using information and AI specialists to evaluate gamer interactions.

Legal online video gaming released in Brazil on Jan. 1, with 68 online video gaming platforms going cope with a license. bet365 was among the platforms to go live on the launch date, in addition to Flutter Entertainment's Betfair.

bet365 had an effective 2024 before starting a new chapter with its Brazil launch. While the business CEO took a pay cut, bet365's earnings, specifically in the U.S., increased significantly year-on-year in the fiscal year ending March. The online sports betting wagering and casino supplier also ended up being the main partner of the UEFA Champions League in August.