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

PrizePicks reveals 2nd Super Sweat Competition for the Super Bowl

Daily Fantasy sports betting (DFS) supplier PrizePicks has actually announced the launch of its Super Sweat competitors for the 2nd year. The promo will give gamers 3 chances 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 join the Super Sweat promo in three ways. 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 celebration on X, TikTok, and Instagram with the hashtag #SuperSweat. The last way to enter into the promo is by publishing a screenshot of your favorite NFL lineup with the #SuperSweat on X, Instagram, or TikTok.

Additionally, other players will have a possibility to use video game day for a share of an additional $1 million reward by tailing the lineups of the three rivals in the Super Sweat competition. PrizePicks will announce its three rivals on February 7.

PrizePicks has actually expanded because it provided the Super Sweat competition for the last Super Bowl, including peer-to-peer 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 acquired from both jurisdictions. The site is now offered in more than 45 U.S. states.

Florida Gaming Commission panelists agree present unlawful video gaming statutory is inadequate

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

"There's only so much cash to go around. If a dollar does not go to a licensed facility or a tribal facility, it's going into a bad guy's pocket. It's as basic as that," executive director Ross Marshman stated, affirming before the Florida Legislature Industries & Professional Activities Subcommittee.

So far, licensed pari-mutuel facilities, card spaces, and slot facilities are the only kinds of lawful land-based video gaming in the Sunshine State. Still, panelists expressed growing issue over the boost in unlawful gaming within the state, as the current statute does not prevent facilities from making prohibited sports betting easier to gain access to.

"There is zero disincentive for these facilities to shut down due to the misdemeanors that they deal with," 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 successful."

Recently, Florida police punished prohibited establishments throughout the state, with 10 places in Jacksonville forced to close in December. The Jacksonville Sheriff's office exposed more than a dozen locals were associated with a sports betting ring that was running since 2021, leading to five individuals detained for racketeering offenses.

Likewise, Florida also had among the most identifiable gambling claims recently, with the Seminole Tribe-operated Hard Rock sportsbook suspending operations after its launch in 2021, with the claim lasting up until 2024.

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

Acid rock International revealed its sportsbook, Acid rock Bet, will end up being the most recent addition to its Unity by Acid rock commitment plan.

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

"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 Acid rock International and Seminole Gaming. "This enhancement not only uses a fun, interactive way for guests to make points when putting bets, but also significantly boosts loyalty."

Playing on Hard Rock Bet can now lead you to experiences worldwide

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Unity by Hard Rock lets users redeem Unity Points at one of Hard Rock's international locations. There are more than 200 participating locations, including hotels, casinos, cafes, 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 gratifying guests for their playtime, we develop a win-win situation where guests delight in an enriched experience, and we promote an introduction to all the incredible verticals in our brand name through point redemption chances at Hotels, Casinos, Cafes, Rock Shops and entertainment locations," Sheldon continued.

Hard Rock Bet is likewise expanding its sportsbooks in other methods, including jai-alai sports betting ahead of the 2025 World Jai-Alai League. Fans can delight in unique streaming and wagering 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 brand-new crash game, "Velocity," which the operator will give the Brazilian market through a partnership with bet365. It's the 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 assures that it will continue to update "Velocity," utilizing information and AI professionals 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 among the platforms to go live on the launch date, in addition to 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 earnings, especially in the U.S., increased significantly year-on-year in the fiscal year ending March. The online sports betting wagering and casino supplier likewise became the main partner of the UEFA Champions League in August.