Every Friday, Covers has 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 intend to cover all the bases.

PrizePicks reveals second Super Sweat Competition for the Super Bowl

Daily Fantasy sports betting (DFS) company PrizePicks has actually announced the launch of its Super Sweat competition for the 2nd year. The promotion will offer players three opportunities to be chosen to participate 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 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 promo in 3 ways. The 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 finest goal celebration on X, TikTok, and Instagram with the hashtag #SuperSweat. The last way to enter the promotion is by publishing a screenshot of your preferred NFL lineup with the #SuperSweat on X, Instagram, or TikTok.

Additionally, other gamers will have a chance to play on game day for a share of an additional $1 million reward by trailing the lineups of the 3 competitors in the Super Sweat competition. PrizePicks will reveal its 3 competitors on February 7.

PrizePicks has actually expanded considering that 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 also launched 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 concur present unlawful video gaming statutory is insufficient

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

"There's just so much 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 easy as that," executive director Ross Marshman specified, testifying before the Florida House of Representatives Industries & Professional Activities Subcommittee.

So far, licensed pari-mutuel centers, 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 boost in unlawful video gaming within the state, as the existing statute does not dissuade establishments from making unlawful gambling easier to access.

"There is no disincentive for these establishments to shut down due to the misdemeanors that they face," 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 lucrative."

Recently, Florida police broken down on unlawful facilities across the state, with 10 places in Jacksonville forced to close in December. The Jacksonville Sheriff's office exposed more than a lots residents were associated with a betting ring that was operating given that 2021, leading to five people detained for racketeering offenses.

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

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

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

Hard Rock Bet will preserve its online commitment benefits program for users but will let gamers earn Tier Credits for both programs. Players can transfer these credits in between the 2 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 management at Acid rock International and Seminole Gaming. "This enhancement not only offers an enjoyable, interactive method for guests to make points when placing bets, however also 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 locations. There are more than 200 participating places, consisting of hotels, gambling establishments, cafes, and Rock Shops. Likewise, Acid 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 rewarding visitors for their playtime, we create a win-win circumstance where visitors take pleasure in an enriched experience, and we cultivate an introduction to all the incredible verticals in our brand through point redemption opportunities at Hotels, Casinos, Cafes, Rock Shops and home entertainment places," Sheldon continued.

Hard Rock Bet is also broadening its sportsbooks in other methods, adding jai-alai wagering ahead of the 2025 World Jai-Alai League. Fans can enjoy unique streaming and betting material for jai alai on Acid rock Bet platforms.

Incentive Games releases crash game with bet365

Game designer Incentive Games has actually revealed the launch of a new crash game, "Velocity," which the operator will bring to the Brazilian market through a collaboration with bet365. It's the first pay-to-play crash video game Incentive Games has made with bet365, however not the very first time Incentive has actually partnered with bet365.

Incentive Games guarantees that it will continue to update "Velocity," using data and AI experts 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 survive on the launch date, together with Flutter Entertainment's Betfair.

bet365 had an effective 2024 before beginning a new chapter with its Brazil launch. While the business CEO took a pay cut, bet365's profits, particularly in the U.S., increased significantly year-on-year in the fiscal year ending March. The online sports wagering and casino service provider also ended up being the main partner of the UEFA Champions League in August.