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

PrizePicks reveals second Super Sweat Competition for the Super Bowl

Daily Fantasy sports betting (DFS) provider PrizePicks has actually revealed the launch of its Super Sweat competitors for the second year. The promo will provide players 3 chances to be selected to take part in a contest for $1 million and a trip to view 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 chance 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 sign up with the Super Sweat discount in 3 methods. The 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 second method is to publish a video of your finest goal event on X, TikTok, and Instagram with the hashtag #SuperSweat. The last 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 gamers will have an opportunity to use video game day for a share of an additional $1 million prize by tailing the lineups of the three competitors in the Super Sweat competitors. PrizePicks will reveal its 3 rivals on February 7.

PrizePicks has expanded considering 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 released in Missouri and Delaware in October, and licensing approval was gained from both jurisdictions. The site is now readily available in more than 45 U.S. states.

Florida Gaming Commission panelists concur existing prohibited gaming statutory is inadequate

The Florida Gaming Commission recently testified existing statutory categories and charges for illegal 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 criminal's pocket. It's as simple as that," executive director Ross Marshman specified, testifying before the Florida Legislature Industries & Professional Activities Subcommittee.

So far, certified pari-mutuel facilities, card rooms, and slot centers are the only kinds of lawful land-based gaming in the Sunshine State. Still, panelists expressed growing concern over the boost in illegal gaming within the state, as the present statute doesn't dissuade facilities from making illegal gaming easier to gain access to.

"There is zero disincentive for these establishments to shut down due to the misdemeanors that they deal with," stated Chief Ed Cayenne of the Homeland Security Division of the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office. "They want to pay the fines and continue the operations since they are so rewarding."

Recently, Florida law enforcement split down on illegal establishments throughout the state, with 10 locations in Jacksonville forced to close in December. The Jacksonville Sheriff's workplace revealed more than a lots locals were included in a gambling ring that was running considering that 2021, leading to five people detained for racketeering offenses.

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

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

Hard Rock International revealed its sportsbook, Acid rock Bet, will become the most recent addition to its Unity by Hard Rock commitment plan.

Acid rock Bet will keep its online loyalty benefits program for users however will let players earn Tier Credits for both programs. Players can move these credits between the 2 and cash in for either online or on-property benefits.

"Integrating Hard 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 enhancement not only uses an enjoyable, interactive method for guests to earn points when positioning bets, however likewise significantly boosts loyalty."

Playing on 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 Hard Rock's international locations. There are more than 200 getting involved locales, consisting of hotels, gambling establishments, cafes, and Rock Shops. Likewise, Hard Rock's partnership with Royal Caribbean International and Celebrity Cruises permits players to redeem points on Royal Caribbean's Club Royale and Celebrity Cruises' Blue Chip Club.

"By gratifying guests for their playtime, we produce a win-win circumstance where guests take pleasure in an enriched experience, and we promote an introduction to all the incredible verticals in our brand through point redemption chances at Hotels, Casinos, Cafes, Rock Shops and home entertainment places," 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 delight in special streaming and wagering content for jai alai on Acid rock Bet platforms.

Incentive Games launches crash video game with bet365

Game developer 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 collaboration with bet365. It's the first pay-to-play crash game Incentive Games has made with bet365, however not the very first time Incentive has partnered with bet365.

Incentive Games promises that it will continue to upgrade "Velocity," using data and AI experts to evaluate player interactions.

Legal online gaming launched in Brazil on Jan. 1, with 68 online video gaming platforms going cope with a license. bet365 was among the platforms to go reside on the launch date, along with Flutter Entertainment's Betfair.

bet365 had a successful 2024 before starting a brand-new chapter with its Brazil launch. While the company CEO took a pay cut, bet365's profits, particularly in the U.S., increased significantly year-on-year in the monetary year ending March. The online sports betting wagering and gambling establishment service provider also ended up being the main partner of the UEFA Champions League in August.