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

PrizePicks announces second Super Sweat Competition for the Super Bowl

Daily Fantasy sports betting (DFS) provider PrizePicks has actually revealed the launch of its Super Sweat competition for the 2nd year. The promotion will give players 3 possibilities to be selected to take part in a contest for $1 million and a journey to watch 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 a possibility to sign up with the Super Sweat promo in three methods. The first is by publishing a screenshot of a lineup for the NFL Championship Game on Instagram, TikTok, or X (previously Twitter) with the hashtag #SuperSweat.

The 2nd method is to post a video of your best goal celebration on X, TikTok, and Instagram with the hashtag #SuperSweat. The final method to enter 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 an opportunity to play on game day for a share of an additional $1 million reward by trailing the lineups of the 3 rivals in the Super Sweat competition. PrizePicks will reveal its 3 competitors on February 7.

PrizePicks has expanded because it offered the Super Sweat competitors for the last Super Bowl, including peer-to-peer games in Alabama, Tennessee, West Virginia, and Wyoming in January. The DFS platform was likewise 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 gaming statutory is insufficient

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

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

So far, licensed off-track sports betting centers, card rooms, and slot facilities are the only kinds of legal land-based gaming in the Sunshine State. Still, panelists revealed growing concern over the boost in illegal gaming within the state, as the present statute doesn't prevent facilities from making unlawful gambling much easier to gain access to.

"There is zero disincentive for these facilities 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 are willing to pay the fines and continue the operations due to the fact that they are so rewarding."

Recently, Florida police punished unlawful establishments throughout the state, with 10 places in Jacksonville required to close in December. The Jacksonville Sheriff's office revealed more than a dozen residents were associated with a gambling ring that was running since 2021, leading to five individuals apprehended for racketeering offenses.

Likewise, Florida likewise had among the most recognizable gaming lawsuits recently, with the Seminole Tribe-operated Acid rock sportsbook suspending operations after its launch in 2021, with the suit lasting up until 2024.

Hard Rock Bet ends up being newest member of Unity by Hard Rock Loyalty program

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

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

"Integrating Acid Rock Bet into Unity will be a game-changer for guest engagement," said Keith Sheldon, president of home entertainment and brand name management at Acid rock International and Seminole Gaming. "This improvement not only provides an enjoyable, interactive method for visitors to earn points when putting bets, but likewise significantly improves loyalty."

Playing on Acid rock Bet can now lead you to experiences all over the world

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Unity by Hard Rock lets users redeem Unity Points at one of Hard Rock's worldwide places. There are more than 200 getting involved locations, including hotels, gambling establishments, coffee shops, and Rock Shops. Likewise, Acid rock's collaboration with Royal Caribbean International and Celebrity Cruises enables 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 situation where visitors enjoy an enriched experience, and we cultivate 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.

Hard Rock Bet is also broadening its sportsbooks in other ways, adding jai-alai wagering ahead of the 2025 World Jai-Alai League. Fans can delight in special streaming and wagering material for jai alai on Hard Rock Bet platforms.

Incentive Games introduces 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 very first pay-to-play crash video game Incentive Games has actually made with bet365, however not the very first time Incentive has partnered with bet365.

Incentive Games assures that it will continue to upgrade "Velocity," using data and AI specialists to analyze gamer interactions.

Legal online video 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 reside on the launch date, along with Flutter Entertainment's Betfair.

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