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

PrizePicks announces 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 competition for the second year. The promo will provide gamers 3 opportunities to be selected to take part in a contest for $1 million and a trip to watch 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 opportunity to SWEAT a 3-Pick Lineup for $1,000,000 on the Big Game (Feb. 9th)

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Players can earn a chance to join the Super Sweat discount in three ways. 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 post a video of your finest goal event on X, TikTok, and Instagram with the hashtag #SuperSweat. The final way to enter the promo is by publishing a screenshot of your favorite NFL lineup with the #SuperSweat on X, Instagram, or TikTok.

Additionally, other gamers will have an opportunity to use video 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 rivals on February 7.

PrizePicks has actually broadened because it provided the Super Sweat competition for the last Super Bowl, adding 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 acquired from both jurisdictions. The site is now readily available in more than 45 U.S. states.

Florida Gaming Commission panelists concur current illegal video gaming statutory is insufficient

The Florida Gaming Commission recently testified existing statutory categories and charges for illegal video gaming offenses were inadequate.

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

Up until now, licensed gaming house facilities, card rooms, and slot facilities are the only kinds of legal land-based video gaming in the Sunshine State. Still, panelists expressed growing concern over the increase in prohibited video gaming within the state, as the current statute doesn't prevent establishments from making illegal sports betting easier to access.

"There is zero disincentive for these facilities to shut down due to the misdemeanors that they face," said Chief Ed Cayenne of the Homeland Security Division of the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office. "They want to pay the fines and continue the operations due to the fact that they are so lucrative."

Recently, Florida police punished illegal establishments across the state, with 10 locations in Jacksonville required to close in December. The Jacksonville Sheriff's workplace exposed more than a lots residents were included in a gambling ring that was operating because 2021, leading to 5 individuals detained for racketeering offenses.

Likewise, Florida likewise had one of the most recognizable sports betting lawsuits over 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 becomes most current member of Unity by Hard Rock Loyalty program

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

Acid rock Bet will preserve its online commitment benefits program for users however will let players earn Tier Credits for both programs. Players can move these credits between the 2 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 entertainment and brand management at Hard Rock International and Seminole Gaming. "This improvement not just uses a fun, interactive method for guests to earn points when putting bets, however likewise significantly boosts commitment."

Using Acid rock Bet can now lead you to experiences around the world

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Unity by Acid rock lets users redeem Unity Points at one of Hard Rock's worldwide locations. There are more than 200 taking part places, consisting of hotels, gambling establishments, coffee shops, and Rock Shops. Likewise, Hard Rock's partnership 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 fulfilling guests for their playtime, we develop a win-win scenario where guests enjoy an enriched experience, and we foster an intro to all the amazing verticals in our brand through point redemption chances at Hotels, Casinos, Cafes, Rock Shops and entertainment locations," Sheldon continued.

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

Incentive Games releases crash video game with bet365

Game developer Incentive Games has revealed the launch of a 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 made with bet365, however not the first time Incentive has actually partnered with bet365.

Incentive Games promises that it will continue to upgrade "Velocity," using information and AI experts to analyze gamer interactions.

Legal online video gaming launched in Brazil on Jan. 1, with 68 online gaming platforms going deal with a license. bet365 was among the platforms to go reside 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 profits, especially in the U.S., increased significantly year-on-year in the fiscal year ending March. The online sports betting and gambling establishment service provider also became the main partner of the UEFA Champions League in August.