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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 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 second year. The promo will offer players three chances to be picked to take part in a contest for $1 million and a trip to enjoy their choices at an invite-only watch celebration 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 join the Super Sweat discount in three methods. 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 second way is to publish a video of your best touchdown celebration on X, TikTok, and Instagram with the hashtag #SuperSweat. The final way 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 players will have an opportunity to use game day for a share of an additional $1 million reward by tailing the lineups of the three competitors in the Super Sweat competitors. PrizePicks will reveal its 3 rivals on February 7.

PrizePicks has actually expanded since it offered the Super Sweat competitors for the last Super Bowl, adding peer-to-peer video 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 site is now available in more than 45 U.S. states.

Florida Gaming Commission panelists agree current prohibited video gaming statutory is insufficient

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

"There's just so much money to walk around. If a dollar does not go to a certified facility or a tribal center, it's entering into a bad guy's pocket. It's as simple as that," executive director Ross Marshman stated, testifying before the Florida House of Representatives Industries & Professional Activities Subcommittee.

Up until now, certified off-track sports betting facilities, card rooms, and slot facilities are the only types of lawful land-based gaming in the Sunshine State. Still, panelists expressed growing concern over the increase in illegal video gaming within the state, as the current statute does not dissuade establishments from making prohibited gambling much easier to gain access to.

"There is absolutely no disincentive for these establishments to shut 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 willing to pay the fines and continue the operations since they are so successful."

Recently, Florida police split down on prohibited establishments throughout the state, with 10 places in Jacksonville required to close in December. The Jacksonville Sheriff's office revealed more than a lots residents were included in a gaming ring that was running since 2021, resulting in 5 people jailed for racketeering offenses.

Likewise, Florida likewise had among the most recognizable gambling suits in the last few years, 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 becomes newest member of Unity by Acid rock Loyalty program

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

Acid rock Bet will keep its online commitment rewards program for users however will let gamers make Tier Credits for both programs. Players can move 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 visitor engagement," stated Keith Sheldon, president of home entertainment and brand name management at Acid rock International and Seminole Gaming. "This improvement not only uses an enjoyable, interactive method for guests to earn points when putting bets, but also considerably improves loyalty."

Playing on Hard Rock Bet can now lead you to experiences around the globe

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Unity by Acid rock lets users redeem Unity Points at one of Acid rock's global places. There are more than 200 getting involved locales, consisting of hotels, gambling establishments, coffee shops, and Rock Shops. Likewise, Acid rock's partnership with Royal Caribbean International and Celebrity Cruises allows 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 guests delight in an enriched experience, and we foster an introduction to all the amazing verticals in our brand name through point redemption opportunities at Hotels, Casinos, Cafes, Rock Shops and home entertainment locations," Sheldon continued.

Acid Rock Bet is also expanding its sportsbooks in other ways, including jai-alai wagering ahead of the 2025 World Jai-Alai League. Fans can delight in unique streaming and sports betting content for jai alai on Acid rock Bet platforms.

Incentive Games launches crash game with bet365

Game designer Incentive Games has revealed the launch of a brand-new crash 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 first time Incentive has partnered with bet365.

Incentive Games assures that it will continue to update "Velocity," utilizing information and AI professionals to examine player interactions.

Legal online video gaming introduced in Brazil on Jan. 1, with 68 online video gaming platforms going cope with a license. bet365 was one of the platforms to go live on the launch date, together 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 fiscal 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.