Every Friday, Covers takes an appearance 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 revealed the launch of its Super Sweat competitors for the second year. The promotion will offer gamers 3 chances to be chosen to take part in a contest for $1 million and a trip to enjoy their selections at an invite-only watch celebration for Super Bowl LIX on February 9.

THE SUPER SWEAT IS BACK 3 of YOU will get the chance 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 sign up with the Super Sweat discount in 3 ways. The very 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 second method is to post a video of your finest touchdown celebration on X, TikTok, and Instagram with the hashtag #SuperSweat. The last way to enter the promo is by posting a screenshot of your preferred NFL lineup with the #SuperSweat on X, Instagram, or TikTok.

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

PrizePicks has actually expanded given that 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 launched in Missouri and Delaware in October, and licensing approval was gotten 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 just recently testified existing statutory classifications and charges for prohibited gaming offenses were insufficient.

"There's just so much cash to walk around. If a dollar does not go to a certified center or a tribal center, it's entering into a crook's pocket. It's as simple as that," executive director Ross Marshman specified, affirming before the Florida Legislature Industries & Professional Activities Subcommittee.

So far, certified off-track sports betting centers, card spaces, and slot facilities are the only forms of legal land-based video gaming in the Sunshine State. Still, panelists revealed growing issue over the boost in unlawful gaming within the state, as the existing statute doesn't prevent establishments from making prohibited gambling easier to access.

"There is absolutely no disincentive for these establishments to shut 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 rewarding."

Recently, Florida law enforcement broken down on prohibited establishments across the state, with 10 venues in Jacksonville required to close in December. The Jacksonville Sheriff's office exposed more than a lots residents were included in a gambling ring that was running since 2021, leading to 5 individuals arrested for racketeering offenses.

Likewise, Florida likewise had one of the most identifiable gambling suits in recent years, with the Seminole Tribe-operated Acid rock sportsbook suspending operations after its launch in 2021, with the lawsuit lasting till 2024.

Acid rock Bet becomes most current member of Unity by Hard Rock Loyalty program

Hard Rock International revealed its sportsbook, Hard Rock Bet, will become the newest addition to its Unity by Acid rock loyalty plan.

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

"Integrating Hard Rock Bet into Unity will be a game-changer for visitor engagement," stated Keith Sheldon, president of entertainment and brand name management at Acid rock International and Seminole Gaming. "This enhancement not just provides an enjoyable, interactive way for guests to earn points when placing bets, but also significantly improves loyalty."

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

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

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

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

Incentive Games releases crash game with bet365

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

Incentive Games assures that it will continue to upgrade "Velocity," using information and AI professionals to examine player interactions.

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

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