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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 wagering market. With a collection of sports betting wagering news and notes, we plan to cover all the bases.

PrizePicks announces 2nd Super Sweat Competition for the Super Bowl

Daily Fantasy sports betting (DFS) company PrizePicks has actually revealed the launch of its Super Sweat competitors for the second year. The promo will provide players three chances to be chosen to participate in a contest for $1 million and a journey to see their selections at an invite-only watch celebration 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)

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can earn an opportunity to sign up with the Super Sweat promotion in three ways. 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 way is to post a video of your finest touchdown event on X, TikTok, and Instagram with the hashtag #SuperSweat. The last method to enter into the promotion is by posting a screenshot of your preferred NFL lineup with the #SuperSweat on X, Instagram, or TikTok.

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

PrizePicks has expanded given that it provided 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 released in Missouri and Delaware in October, and licensing approval was gotten from both jurisdictions. The site is now readily available in more than 45 U.S. states.

Florida Gaming Commission panelists agree current unlawful 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 cash to go around. If a dollar does not go to a licensed facility or a tribal center, it’s entering into a lawbreaker’s pocket. It’s as simple as that,” executive director Ross Marshman stated, affirming before the Florida Legislature Industries & Professional Activities Subcommittee.

So far, certified pari-mutuel centers, card rooms, and slot centers are the only forms 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 discourage establishments from making illegal gaming simpler to access.

“There is zero disincentive for these facilities to shut down due to the misdemeanors that they deal with,” stated 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 profitable.”

Recently, Florida police punished prohibited establishments across the state, with 10 venues in Jacksonville required to close in December. The Jacksonville Sheriff’s workplace revealed more than a dozen residents were included in a gaming ring that was running considering that 2021, leading to five individuals arrested for racketeering offenses.

Likewise, Florida also had one of the most recognizable gaming lawsuits recently, with the Seminole Tribe-operated Acid rock sportsbook suspending operations after its launch in 2021, with the claim lasting till 2024.

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

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

Acid rock Bet will maintain its online commitment benefits program for users but will let players make Tier Credits for both programs. Players can move these credits between the two 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 home entertainment and brand name management at Hard Rock International and Seminole Gaming. “This enhancement not just uses a fun, interactive method for guests to earn points when positioning bets, however also substantially improves loyalty.”

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

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Unity by Hard Rock lets users redeem Unity Points at one of Hard Rock’s international areas. There are more than 200 taking part areas, consisting of hotels, gambling establishments, cafes, and Rock Shops. Likewise, Hard Rock’s partnership 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 satisfying visitors for their playtime, we produce a win-win circumstance where guests take pleasure in an enriched experience, and we foster an intro to all the incredible verticals in our brand name through point redemption chances at Hotels, Casinos, Cafes, Rock Shops and home entertainment places,” Sheldon continued.

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

Incentive Games launches crash game with bet365

Game designer Incentive Games has actually revealed the launch of a brand-new crash video game, “Velocity,” which the operator will bring to the Brazilian market through a partnership with bet365. It’s the very first pay-to-play crash video game Incentive Games has made with bet365, but not the very first time Incentive has actually partnered with bet365.

Incentive Games guarantees that it will continue to upgrade “Velocity,” utilizing data and AI specialists to analyze gamer interactions.

Legal online gaming launched in Brazil on Jan. 1, with 68 online video gaming platforms going deal with a license. bet365 was among 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 business CEO took a pay cut, bet365’s profits, specifically in the U.S., increased significantly year-on-year in the fiscal year ending March. The online sports betting and casino service provider likewise became the official partner of the UEFA Champions League in August.