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

Every Friday, Covers takes 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) company PrizePicks has announced the launch of its Super Sweat competitors for the 2nd year. The promo will give gamers three possibilities to be selected to take part in a contest for $1 million and a journey to view 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 earn a possibility to sign up with the Super Sweat promo in three ways. The very first is by posting a screenshot of a lineup for the NFL Conference Championship on Instagram, TikTok, or X (formerly Twitter) with the hashtag #SuperSweat.

The 2nd way is to post a video of your finest goal event on X, TikTok, and Instagram with the hashtag #SuperSweat. The last method to get into the promo is by posting a screenshot of your preferred NFL lineup with the #SuperSweat on X, Instagram, or TikTok.

Additionally, other players will have a chance to play on video game day for a share of an extra $1 million prize by trailing the lineups of the 3 competitors in the Super Sweat competitors. PrizePicks will announce its three rivals on February 7.

PrizePicks has actually broadened given that 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 introduced in Missouri and Delaware in October, and licensing approval was acquired from both jurisdictions. The website is now available in more than 45 U.S. states.

Florida Gaming Commission panelists agree current illegal gaming statutory is inadequate

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

“There’s only so much money to go around. If a dollar does not go to a certified center or a tribal center, it’s going into a wrongdoer’s pocket. It’s as basic as that,” executive director Ross Marshman stated, testifying before the Florida Legislature Industries & Professional Activities Subcommittee.

Up until now, licensed off-track betting 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 current statute does not discourage establishments from making illegal betting simpler to gain access to.

“There is no disincentive for these facilities to close 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 want to pay the fines and continue the operations due to the fact that they are so lucrative.”

Recently, Florida police punished illegal facilities across the state, with 10 locations in Jacksonville forced to close in December. The Jacksonville Sheriff’s workplace exposed more than a lots locals were associated with a gambling ring that was running considering that 2021, resulting in 5 individuals jailed for racketeering offenses.

Likewise, Florida likewise had one of the most identifiable betting claims in the last few 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 most current member of Unity by Acid rock Loyalty program

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

Hard Rock Bet will preserve its online loyalty benefits program for users however will let gamers earn Tier Credits for both programs. Players can move these credits 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 guest engagement,” stated Keith Sheldon, president of entertainment and brand management at Hard Rock International and Seminole Gaming. “This enhancement not only uses an enjoyable, interactive way for guests to make points when placing bets, but likewise significantly increases commitment.”

Using Acid 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 worldwide places. There are more than 200 taking part places, consisting of hotels, casinos, cafes, and Rock Shops. Likewise, Acid rock’s partnership 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 guests for their playtime, we develop a win-win circumstance where visitors delight in an enriched experience, and we foster an introduction to all the incredible verticals in our brand through point redemption opportunities at Hotels, Casinos, Cafes, Rock Shops and entertainment places,” Sheldon continued.

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

Incentive Games launches crash video game with bet365

Game developer Incentive Games has revealed the launch of a 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 made with bet365, however not the very first time Incentive has actually partnered with bet365.

Incentive Games promises that it will continue to update “Velocity,” utilizing information and AI experts to analyze player interactions.

Legal online video gaming launched in Brazil on Jan. 1, with 68 online gaming platforms going live with a license. bet365 was one of the platforms to go survive 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 business CEO took a pay cut, bet365’s profits, specifically in the U.S., increased substantially year-on-year in the monetary year ending March. The online sports betting and gambling establishment provider likewise became the official partner of the UEFA Champions League in August.