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

PrizePicks reveals second Super Sweat Competition for the Super Bowl

Daily Fantasy sports betting (DFS) company PrizePicks has actually revealed the launch of its Super Sweat competitors for the second year. The promo will provide gamers three opportunities to be chosen to take part in a contest for $1 million and a trip to enjoy 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 an opportunity to join the Super Sweat promotion in three ways. The very first is by posting 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 best goal event on X, TikTok, and Instagram with the hashtag #SuperSweat. The final method to get into the promotion is by posting 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 3 rivals in the Super Sweat competitors. PrizePicks will announce its 3 competitors on February 7.

PrizePicks has broadened given that it used 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 also introduced in Missouri and Delaware in October, and licensing approval was gained from both jurisdictions. The website is now available in more than 45 U.S. states.

Florida Gaming Commission panelists agree existing illegal gaming statutory is insufficient

The Florida Gaming Commission recently testified existing statutory classifications and charges for illegal gaming offenses were insufficient.

"There's just a lot money to go around. If a dollar does not go to a licensed center or a tribal center, it's going into a crook's pocket. It's as basic as that," executive director Ross Marshman mentioned, testifying before the Florida Legislature Industries & Professional Activities Subcommittee.

So far, licensed pari-mutuel facilities, card spaces, and slot centers are the only types of legal land-based gaming in the Sunshine State. Still, panelists expressed growing concern over the boost in illegal video gaming within the state, as the current statute does not discourage establishments from making unlawful gaming simpler to access.

"There is zero disincentive for these establishments 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 because they are so successful."

Recently, Florida law enforcement cracked down on unlawful establishments throughout the state, with 10 venues in Jacksonville required to close in December. The Jacksonville Sheriff's workplace exposed more than a dozen locals were included in a gaming ring that was running because 2021, resulting in 5 individuals jailed for racketeering offenses.

Likewise, Florida likewise had among the most identifiable gaming claims recently, with the Seminole Tribe-operated Hard Rock sportsbook suspending operations after its launch in 2021, with the lawsuit lasting till 2024.

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

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

Hard 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 2 and cash 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 home entertainment and brand 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, however likewise substantially increases 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 Acid rock's international places. There are more than 200 getting involved places, consisting of hotels, gambling establishments, coffee shops, and Rock Shops. Likewise, Hard Rock's partnership with Royal Caribbean International and Celebrity Cruises allows players to redeem points on Royal Caribbean's Club Royale and Celebrity Cruises' Blue Chip Club.

"By satisfying visitors for their playtime, we produce a win-win situation where guests enjoy an enriched experience, and we foster an introduction to all the amazing verticals in our brand name through point redemption chances at Hotels, Casinos, Cafes, Rock Shops and entertainment places," Sheldon continued.

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

Incentive Games introduces crash video game with bet365

Game developer 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 game Incentive Games has made with bet365, but not the very first time Incentive has partnered with bet365.

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

Legal online video gaming released in Brazil on Jan. 1, with 68 online gaming platforms going cope with a license. bet365 was one of the platforms to go live on the launch date, together with 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 earnings, especially in the U.S., increased significantly year-on-year in the monetary year ending March. The online sports betting wagering and gambling establishment provider likewise ended up being the main partner of the UEFA Champions League in August.