Every Friday, Covers takes a look back at the week that remained in the sports betting wagering market. With a collection of sports betting 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 revealed the launch of its Super Sweat competition for the 2nd year. The promotion will give players 3 opportunities to be picked to take part in a contest for $1 million and a trip 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 chance to SWEAT a 3-Pick Lineup for $1,000,000 on the Big Game (Feb. 9th)

We are hosting 3 different social contests leading up to the Big Game to discover our #SuperSweat rivals Once picked, everybody will have the ability to ... pic.twitter.com/bz4J5keHe1

Players can earn a possibility to sign up with the Super Sweat promo in 3 methods. The very 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 second method is to publish a video of your finest goal celebration on X, TikTok, and Instagram with the hashtag #SuperSweat. The final way to enter the promo is by posting a screenshot of your preferred NFL lineup with the #SuperSweat on X, Instagram, or TikTok.

Additionally, other gamers will have an opportunity to use game day for a share of an additional $1 million prize by tailing the lineups of the 3 rivals in the Super Sweat competitors. PrizePicks will reveal its three competitors on February 7.

PrizePicks has broadened because it provided the Super Sweat competition for the last Super Bowl, adding peer-to-peer video 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 gotten from both jurisdictions. The site is now available in more than 45 U.S. states.

Florida Gaming Commission panelists concur current unlawful gaming statutory is insufficient

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

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

So far, certified gaming house centers, card rooms, and slot facilities are the only types of legal land-based gaming in the Sunshine State. Still, panelists revealed growing issue over the boost in prohibited gaming within the state, as the current statute doesn't dissuade facilities from making unlawful sports betting easier to access.

"There is absolutely 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 are ready to pay the fines and continue the operations since they are so successful."

Recently, Florida law enforcement broken down on illegal establishments throughout the state, with 10 locations in Jacksonville forced to close in December. The Jacksonville Sheriff's office exposed more than a dozen residents were associated with a gambling ring that was running considering that 2021, resulting in 5 people arrested for racketeering offenses.

Likewise, Florida likewise had among the most identifiable sports betting lawsuits in current years, with the Seminole Tribe-operated Hard Rock sportsbook suspending operations after its launch in 2021, with the claim lasting up until 2024.

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

Hard Rock International revealed its sportsbook, Hard Rock Bet, will become the current addition to its Unity by Hard Rock commitment scheme.

Acid rock Bet will preserve its online commitment rewards program for users but will let players earn Tier Credits for both programs. Players can transfer these credits between the 2 and money in for either online or on-property rewards.

"Integrating Acid 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 only offers a fun, interactive way for visitors to earn points when placing bets, however likewise significantly improves commitment."

Using Hard Rock Bet can now lead you to experiences around the world

Acid Rock Bet Unity pic.twitter.com/JRHPtD00Zr

Unity by Acid rock lets users redeem Unity Points at one of Hard Rock's worldwide areas. There are more than 200 getting involved areas, including hotels, gambling establishments, cafes, and Rock Shops. Likewise, Acid rock's collaboration with Royal Caribbean International and Celebrity Cruises permits gamers to redeem points on Royal Caribbean's Club Royale and Celebrity Cruises' Blue Chip Club.

"By fulfilling visitors for their playtime, we produce a win-win scenario where guests delight in 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.

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

Incentive Games releases crash video game with bet365

Game developer Incentive Games has announced the launch of a brand-new crash game, "Velocity," which the operator will give the Brazilian market through a partnership with bet365. It's the first pay-to-play crash video game Incentive Games has made with bet365, but not the very first time Incentive has partnered with bet365.

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

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

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