Every Friday, Covers has a look 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 reveals second Super Sweat Competition for the Super Bowl

Daily Fantasy sports betting (DFS) provider PrizePicks has actually announced the launch of its Super Sweat competitors for the 2nd year. The promo will give players 3 chances to be chosen to participate in a contest for $1 million and a trip to see 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 earn a chance to join the Super Sweat discount in three methods. The very first is by publishing a screenshot of a lineup for the NFL Conference Championship on Instagram, TikTok, or X (formerly Twitter) with the hashtag #SuperSweat.

The second method is to post a video of your best goal event on X, TikTok, and Instagram with the hashtag #SuperSweat. The last way to get into the promo is by publishing a screenshot of your preferred NFL lineup with the #SuperSweat on X, Instagram, or TikTok.

Additionally, other players will have a chance to use game day for a share of an extra $1 million prize by trailing the lineups of the 3 rivals in the Super Sweat competitors. PrizePicks will announce its 3 competitors on February 7.

PrizePicks has actually expanded given that it offered 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 introduced in Missouri and Delaware in October, and licensing approval was gained from both jurisdictions. The site is now offered in more than 45 U.S. states.

Florida Gaming Commission panelists agree existing illegal gaming statutory is insufficient

The Florida Gaming Commission recently affirmed existing statutory classifications and penalties for prohibited video gaming offenses were inadequate.

"There's only so much money to walk around. If a dollar does not go to a licensed facility or a tribal facility, it's entering into a criminal's pocket. It's as basic as that," executive director Ross Marshman mentioned, testifying before the Florida Legislature Industries & Professional Activities Subcommittee.

Up until now, licensed off-track sports betting facilities, card rooms, and slot centers are the only forms of lawful land-based gaming in the Sunshine State. Still, panelists revealed growing concern over the increase in illegal gaming within the state, as the present statute doesn't dissuade establishments from making illegal sports betting easier to gain access to.

"There is absolutely no disincentive for these establishments 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 are ready to pay the fines and continue the operations since they are so successful."

Recently, Florida law enforcement punished prohibited establishments across the state, with 10 venues in Jacksonville forced to close in December. The Jacksonville Sheriff's workplace exposed more than a dozen locals were involved in a gambling ring that was running because 2021, leading to five people apprehended for racketeering offenses.

Likewise, Florida likewise had one of the most identifiable sports betting claims in the last few years, with the Seminole Tribe-operated Acid rock sportsbook suspending operations after its launch in 2021, with the suit lasting until 2024.

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

Acid rock International revealed its sportsbook, Hard Rock Bet, will become the current addition to its Unity by Acid rock commitment scheme.

Hard Rock Bet will preserve its online loyalty rewards program for users however will let players earn Tier Credits for both programs. Players can move these credits in between the two and cash in for either online or on-property rewards.

"Integrating Acid Rock Bet into Unity will be a game-changer for guest engagement," stated Keith Sheldon, president of home entertainment and brand name management at Hard Rock International and Seminole Gaming. "This enhancement not just offers an enjoyable, interactive method for visitors to make points when putting bets, however likewise substantially enhances commitment."

Using 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 global places. There are more than 200 taking part places, consisting of hotels, casinos, cafes, and Rock Shops. Likewise, Acid rock's partnership 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 fulfilling visitors for their playtime, we produce a win-win circumstance where visitors delight in an enriched experience, and we cultivate an introduction to all the amazing verticals in our brand through point redemption opportunities at Hotels, Casinos, Cafes, Rock Shops and home entertainment locations," Sheldon continued.

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

Incentive Games releases crash video game with bet365

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

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

Legal online video gaming released in Brazil on Jan. 1, with 68 online video gaming platforms going deal with a license. bet365 was one of the platforms to go survive on the launch date, along with Flutter Entertainment's Betfair.

bet365 had an effective 2024 before beginning a brand-new chapter with its Brazil launch. While the company CEO took a pay cut, bet365's profits, specifically in the U.S., increased significantly year-on-year in the fiscal year ending March. The online sports betting wagering and gambling establishment service provider likewise became the official partner of the UEFA Champions League in August.