Every Friday, Covers has a look back at the week that was in the sports wagering industry. 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) provider PrizePicks has actually revealed the launch of its Super Sweat competitors for the 2nd year. The promo will offer players three opportunities to be picked to take part in a contest for $1 million and a journey 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 discount 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 way is to post a video of your finest goal celebration on X, TikTok, and Instagram with the hashtag #SuperSweat. The final method to get into the promotion is by posting a screenshot of your preferred NFL lineup with the #SuperSweat on X, Instagram, or TikTok.

Additionally, other players will have a chance to use video game day for a share of an extra $1 million reward by trailing the lineups of the 3 rivals in the Super Sweat competitors. PrizePicks will reveal its 3 rivals 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 also introduced in Missouri and Delaware in October, and licensing approval was gotten from both jurisdictions. The website is now readily available in more than 45 U.S. states.

Florida Gaming Commission panelists concur current unlawful gaming statutory is inadequate

The Florida Gaming Commission just recently affirmed existing statutory categories and charges for prohibited gaming offenses were inadequate.

"There's only a lot cash to go around. If a dollar does not go to a certified center or a tribal facility, it's going into a wrongdoer's pocket. It's as simple as that," executive director Ross Marshman specified, testifying before the Florida House of Representatives Industries & Professional Activities Subcommittee.

So far, licensed gaming house facilities, card spaces, and slot centers are the only kinds of lawful land-based gaming in the Sunshine State. Still, panelists revealed growing issue over the increase in prohibited gaming within the state, as the present statute does not dissuade facilities from making illegal gaming simpler to gain access to.

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

Recently, Florida police punished unlawful establishments throughout the state, with 10 venues in Jacksonville forced to close in December. The Jacksonville Sheriff's workplace exposed more than a lots locals were associated with a gaming ring that was running since 2021, leading to five individuals jailed for racketeering offenses.

Likewise, Florida also had one of the most identifiable betting claims 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 becomes latest member of Unity by Acid rock Loyalty program

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

Acid rock Bet will keep its online commitment benefits program for users however will let players make Tier Credits for both programs. Players can transfer these credits in 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," said Keith Sheldon, president of entertainment and brand name management at Acid rock International and Seminole Gaming. "This enhancement not just uses a fun, interactive way for visitors to make points when positioning bets, but likewise considerably enhances commitment."

Playing on Hard Rock Bet can now lead you to experiences all over 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 areas, including hotels, gambling establishments, cafes, and Rock Shops. Likewise, Hard Rock's collaboration 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 fulfilling visitors for their playtime, we create a win-win scenario where visitors delight in an enriched experience, and we cultivate an intro to all the incredible verticals in our brand name through point redemption opportunities at Hotels, Casinos, Cafes, Rock Shops and home entertainment locations," Sheldon continued.

Hard Rock Bet is likewise expanding its sportsbooks in other ways, adding jai-alai betting ahead of the 2025 World Jai-Alai League. Fans can take pleasure 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 actually revealed 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 actually made with bet365, however not the very first time Incentive has actually partnered with bet365.

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

Legal online gaming released in Brazil on Jan. 1, with 68 online gaming platforms going live 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 earnings, specifically in the U.S., increased substantially year-on-year in the monetary year ending March. The online sports betting wagering and casino company likewise ended up being the main partner of the UEFA Champions League in August.