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

PrizePicks announces 2nd Super Sweat Competition for the Super Bowl

Daily Fantasy sports betting (DFS) supplier PrizePicks has announced the launch of its Super Sweat competitors for the 2nd year. The promo will provide gamers three opportunities to be chosen to take part in a contest for $1 million and a journey to see 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 make an opportunity to join the Super Sweat promotion in 3 methods. The very first is by posting a screenshot of a lineup for the NFL Conference Championship on Instagram, TikTok, or X (previously Twitter) with the hashtag #SuperSweat.

The second method is to post a video of your best goal event on X, TikTok, and Instagram with the hashtag #SuperSweat. The last method 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 gamers will have a possibility to play on video game day for a share of an additional $1 million prize by trailing the lineups of the three competitors in the Super Sweat competitors. PrizePicks will announce its three competitors on February 7.

PrizePicks has actually expanded because it used the Super Sweat competitors for the last Super Bowl, adding 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 gotten 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 insufficient

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

"There's only so much money to walk around. If a dollar does not go to a licensed center or a tribal facility, it's going into a crook's pocket. It's as easy as that," executive director Ross Marshman stated, affirming before the Florida House of Representatives Industries & Professional Activities Subcommittee.

So far, certified off-track sports betting facilities, card spaces, and slot facilities are the only forms of lawful land-based gaming in the Sunshine State. Still, panelists revealed growing concern over the increase in illegal gaming within the state, as the present statute doesn't prevent establishments from making illegal sports betting simpler to access.

"There is zero disincentive for these facilities to close 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 are prepared to pay the fines and continue the operations since they are so rewarding."

Recently, Florida law enforcement punished illegal facilities across the state, with 10 places in Jacksonville forced to close in December. The Jacksonville Sheriff's office revealed more than a lots locals were included in a sports betting ring that was operating considering that 2021, resulting in five individuals arrested for racketeering offenses.

Likewise, Florida also had one of the most recognizable gaming claims recently, with the Seminole Tribe-operated Acid rock sportsbook suspending operations after its launch in 2021, with the lawsuit lasting up until 2024.

Acid rock Bet ends up being latest member of Unity by Hard Rock Loyalty program

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

Hard Rock Bet will maintain its online commitment benefits program for users however will let players make Tier Credits for both programs. Players can move these credits in between the two and cash 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 just provides an enjoyable, interactive method for guests to make points when placing bets, but likewise significantly increases loyalty."

Playing on Acid 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 Acid rock's global locations. There are more than 200 participating locations, including hotels, casinos, cafes, and Rock Shops. Likewise, Acid rock's partnership with Royal Caribbean International and Celebrity Cruises enables gamers to redeem points on Royal Caribbean's Club Royale and Celebrity Cruises' Blue Chip Club.

"By satisfying visitors for their playtime, we create a win-win situation where visitors enjoy 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 entertainment venues," Sheldon continued.

Acid Rock Bet is likewise expanding its sportsbooks in other methods, adding jai-alai wagering ahead of the 2025 World Jai-Alai League. Fans can delight in special streaming and sports betting material for jai alai on Hard Rock Bet platforms.

Incentive Games launches crash game with bet365

Game designer Incentive Games has 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 video game Incentive Games has actually made with bet365, however not the first time Incentive has partnered with bet365.

Incentive Games guarantees that it will continue to update "Velocity," utilizing information and AI experts to examine gamer interactions.

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

bet365 had a successful 2024 before starting a new chapter with its Brazil launch. While the company CEO took a pay cut, bet365's earnings, specifically in the U.S., increased considerably year-on-year in the financial year ending March. The online sports betting and casino provider also ended up being the official partner of the UEFA Champions League in August.