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

PrizePicks reveals 2nd Super Sweat Competition for the Super Bowl

Daily Fantasy sports betting (DFS) company PrizePicks has announced the launch of its Super Sweat competitors for the second year. The promo will provide gamers three chances to be picked to participate in a contest for $1 million and a trip to watch their selections 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 possibility to join the Super Sweat promotion in three methods. The very first is by publishing a screenshot of a lineup for the NFL Championship Game on Instagram, TikTok, or X (formerly Twitter) with the hashtag #SuperSweat.

The 2nd method is to post a video of your finest goal event on X, TikTok, and Instagram with the hashtag #SuperSweat. The last method to get into 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 play on game day for a share of an extra $1 million reward by trailing the lineups of the 3 competitors in the Super Sweat competition. PrizePicks will reveal its three competitors on February 7.

PrizePicks has actually expanded given that it used the Super Sweat competition 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 acquired from both jurisdictions. The website is now available in more than 45 U.S. states.

Florida Gaming Commission panelists agree current unlawful gaming statutory is inadequate

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

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

So far, licensed pari-mutuel centers, card rooms, and slot facilities are the only forms of lawful land-based gaming in the Sunshine State. Still, panelists revealed growing concern over the boost in illegal gaming within the state, as the current statute doesn't prevent establishments from making prohibited sports betting simpler to access.

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

Recently, Florida law enforcement split down on prohibited establishments across the state, with 10 locations in Jacksonville forced to close in December. The Jacksonville Sheriff's workplace exposed more than a lots residents were associated with a sports betting ring that was running considering that 2021, leading to 5 individuals arrested for racketeering offenses.

Likewise, Florida likewise had one of the most identifiable gambling suits recently, with the Seminole Tribe-operated Hard Rock sportsbook suspending operations after its launch in 2021, with the lawsuit lasting up until 2024.

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

Hard Rock International announced its sportsbook, Hard Rock Bet, will end up being the latest addition to its Unity by Hard Rock loyalty scheme.

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 in between the 2 and money 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 entertainment and brand name management at Hard Rock International and Seminole Gaming. "This improvement not just uses an enjoyable, interactive way for visitors to earn points when positioning bets, however also significantly enhances commitment."

Playing on Hard 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 locations, including hotels, gambling establishments, coffee shops, and Rock Shops. Likewise, Hard Rock's partnership 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 satisfying visitors for their playtime, we develop a win-win scenario where visitors delight in an enriched experience, and we cultivate an introduction to all the amazing verticals in our brand through point redemption chances at Hotels, Casinos, Cafes, Rock Shops and home entertainment venues," Sheldon continued.

Acid Rock Bet is likewise broadening its sportsbooks in other methods, including jai-alai wagering ahead of the 2025 World Jai-Alai League. Fans can take pleasure in 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 brand-new crash video game, "Velocity," which the operator will give the Brazilian market through a partnership with bet365. It's the very first pay-to-play crash game Incentive Games has actually made with bet365, however not the very first time Incentive has partnered with bet365.

Incentive Games assures that it will continue to update "Velocity," using data and AI specialists to examine player interactions.

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

bet365 had a successful 2024 before starting a new chapter with its Brazil launch. While the business CEO took a pay cut, bet365's profits, specifically in the U.S., increased substantially year-on-year in the financial year ending March. The online sports betting wagering and casino service provider likewise became the official partner of the UEFA Champions League in August.