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

PrizePicks announces 2nd Super Sweat Competition for the Super Bowl

Daily Fantasy sports betting (DFS) supplier PrizePicks has actually announced the launch of its Super Sweat competition for the second year. The promo will give players three opportunities to be chosen to take part in a contest for $1 million and a journey to view their choices at an invite-only watch party 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 a chance to sign up with the Super Sweat discount in three methods. The first is by publishing a screenshot of a lineup for the NFL Championship Game 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 promo is by posting a screenshot of your preferred NFL lineup with the #SuperSweat on X, Instagram, or TikTok.

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

PrizePicks has actually expanded considering that it used 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 likewise released 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 current unlawful video gaming statutory is insufficient

The Florida Gaming Commission just recently affirmed existing statutory classifications and penalties for illegal gaming offenses were insufficient.

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

So far, licensed pari-mutuel facilities, card rooms, and slot centers are the only forms of lawful land-based gaming in the Sunshine State. Still, panelists expressed growing concern over the boost in illegal gaming within the state, as the present statute does not discourage establishments from making prohibited gambling much easier to gain access to.

"There is no disincentive for these facilities to close down due to the misdemeanors that they face," stated Chief Ed Cayenne of the Homeland Security Division of the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office. "They want to pay the fines and continue the operations because they are so profitable."

Recently, Florida law enforcement punished illegal establishments throughout the state, with 10 places in Jacksonville forced to close in December. The Jacksonville Sheriff's workplace exposed more than a lots residents were involved in a gaming ring that was running considering that 2021, resulting in five individuals arrested for racketeering offenses.

Likewise, Florida likewise had among the most identifiable betting lawsuits in the last few years, with the Seminole Tribe-operated Acid rock sportsbook suspending operations after its launch in 2021, with the claim lasting up until 2024.

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

Hard Rock International announced its sportsbook, Acid rock Bet, will become the most recent addition to its Unity by Hard Rock loyalty scheme.

Hard Rock Bet will maintain its online commitment benefits program for users however will let gamers earn Tier Credits for both programs. Players can move these credits in between the two and money in for either online or on-property rewards.

"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 Acid rock International and Seminole Gaming. "This improvement not just offers a fun, interactive way for guests to make points when positioning bets, but also significantly increases loyalty."

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

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Unity by Acid rock lets users redeem Unity Points at one of Hard Rock's worldwide areas. There are more than 200 taking part areas, consisting of hotels, casinos, coffee shops, and Rock Shops. Likewise, Acid rock's collaboration with Royal Caribbean International and Celebrity Cruises allows gamers to redeem points on Royal Caribbean's Club Royale and Celebrity Cruises' Blue Chip Club.

"By satisfying visitors for their playtime, we develop a win-win scenario where guests take pleasure in an enriched experience, and we promote an intro to all the incredible verticals in our brand name through point redemption chances at Hotels, Casinos, Cafes, Rock Shops and entertainment locations," Sheldon continued.

Acid Rock Bet is likewise expanding its sportsbooks in other ways, including jai-alai betting ahead of the 2025 World Jai-Alai League. Fans can enjoy special streaming and betting material for jai alai on Acid rock Bet platforms.

Incentive Games introduces crash game with bet365

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

Incentive Games assures that it will continue to update "Velocity," using data and AI experts to analyze gamer interactions.

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

bet365 had a successful 2024 before beginning a new chapter with its Brazil launch. While the company CEO took a pay cut, bet365's earnings, particularly in the U.S., increased considerably year-on-year in the fiscal year ending March. The online sports betting and casino supplier also became the official partner of the UEFA Champions League in August.