Cover the Bases: Sports Betting News and Notes from the Past Week

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

PrizePicks reveals second Super Sweat Competition for the Super Bowl

Daily Fantasy sports betting (DFS) supplier PrizePicks has revealed the launch of its Super Sweat competitors for the second year. The promo will give gamers three opportunities to be selected to take part in a contest for $1 million and a trip 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 opportunity 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 three ways. The first is by posting 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 finest touchdown event on X, TikTok, and Instagram with the hashtag #SuperSweat. The last way to get into the promo is by posting a screenshot of your favorite NFL lineup with the #SuperSweat on X, Instagram, or TikTok.

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

PrizePicks has expanded since it used 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 likewise introduced in Missouri and Delaware in October, and licensing approval was gained from both jurisdictions. The website is now offered in more than 45 U.S. states.

Florida Gaming Commission panelists agree existing illegal gaming statutory is insufficient

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

“There’s just so much money to go around. If a dollar does not go to a licensed facility or a tribal facility, it’s entering into a wrongdoer’s pocket. It’s as simple as that,” executive director Ross Marshman stated, affirming before the Florida Legislature Industries & Professional Activities Subcommittee.

Up until now, licensed off-track sports betting centers, card spaces, and slot centers are the only types of lawful land-based video gaming in the Sunshine State. Still, panelists revealed growing concern over the increase in unlawful gaming within the state, as the existing statute doesn’t prevent establishments from making prohibited gambling much easier to gain access to.

“There is zero disincentive for these facilities to close 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 due to the fact that they are so lucrative.”

Recently, Florida law enforcement punished unlawful establishments across the state, with 10 places in Jacksonville forced to close in December. The Jacksonville Sheriff’s office exposed more than a dozen locals were involved in a gambling ring that was running given that 2021, leading to five individuals jailed for racketeering offenses.

Likewise, Florida likewise had one of the most identifiable sports betting claims over 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.

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

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

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

“Integrating Hard Rock Bet into Unity will be a game-changer for visitor engagement,” said Keith Sheldon, president of entertainment and brand management at Hard Rock International and Seminole Gaming. “This enhancement not just provides a fun, interactive way for guests to make points when positioning bets, but also considerably enhances 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 worldwide places. There are more than 200 participating locales, including hotels, gambling establishments, coffee shops, and Rock Shops. Likewise, Hard Rock’s partnership with Royal Caribbean International and Celebrity Cruises allows gamers to redeem points on Royal Caribbean’s Club Royale and Celebrity Cruises’ Blue Chip Club.

“By satisfying visitors for their playtime, we produce a win-win situation where guests enjoy an enriched experience, and we foster an intro to all the incredible 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 broadening its sportsbooks in other methods, including jai-alai wagering ahead of the 2025 World Jai-Alai League. Fans can delight in special streaming and wagering 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 partnership with bet365. It’s the first pay-to-play crash game Incentive Games has actually made with bet365, however not the very first time Incentive has actually partnered with bet365.

Incentive Games guarantees that it will continue to upgrade “Velocity,” using data and AI specialists to evaluate player interactions.

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

bet365 had a successful 2024 before beginning a new chapter with its Brazil launch. While the company CEO took a pay cut, bet365’s revenues, particularly in the U.S., increased substantially year-on-year in the financial year ending March. The online sports betting and gambling establishment service provider also ended up being the official partner of the UEFA Champions League in August.