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

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

PrizePicks announces 2nd Super Sweat Competition for the Super Bowl

Daily Fantasy sports betting (DFS) supplier PrizePicks has actually announced the launch of its Super Sweat competition for the second year. The promotion will give gamers 3 opportunities to be picked to get involved 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 an opportunity to sign up with the Super Sweat promo in 3 ways. The very 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 way is to post a video of your finest touchdown event on X, TikTok, and Instagram with the hashtag #SuperSweat. The final method to get into the promo is by publishing a screenshot of your favorite 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 reward by trailing the lineups of the three competitors in the Super Sweat competitors. PrizePicks will announce its 3 competitors on February 7.

PrizePicks has expanded since it provided the Super Sweat competitors for the last Super Bowl, including peer-to-peer video 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 gained from both jurisdictions. The site is now available in more than 45 U.S. states.

Florida Gaming Commission panelists agree existing prohibited gaming statutory is inadequate

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

“There’s just so much money to walk around. If a dollar does not go to a certified facility or a tribal facility, it’s entering into a lawbreaker’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 pari-mutuel facilities, card spaces, and slot facilities are the only kinds of legal land-based video gaming in the Sunshine State. Still, panelists revealed growing concern over the increase in illegal video gaming within the state, as the present statute does not discourage establishments from making unlawful gambling 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 want to pay the fines and continue the operations due to the fact that they are so profitable.”

Recently, Florida law enforcement punished illegal establishments across the state, with 10 venues in Jacksonville required to close in December. The Jacksonville Sheriff’s workplace revealed more than a lots locals were involved in a betting ring that was running considering that 2021, leading to five individuals jailed for racketeering offenses.

Likewise, Florida also had one of the most recognizable sports betting lawsuits in the last few years, with the Seminole Tribe-operated Hard Rock sportsbook suspending operations after its launch in 2021, with the suit lasting 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 end up being the most current addition to its Unity by Hard Rock commitment plan.

Acid rock Bet will maintain its online loyalty benefits program for users however 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 benefits.

“Integrating Hard Rock Bet into Unity will be a game-changer for visitor engagement,” stated Keith Sheldon, president of entertainment and brand name management at Acid rock International and Seminole Gaming. “This enhancement not only uses an enjoyable, interactive way for visitors to make points when putting bets, however also significantly enhances commitment.”

Using Hard Rock Bet can now lead you to experiences worldwide

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Unity by Acid rock lets users redeem Unity Points at one of Acid rock’s global locations. There are more than 200 taking part locales, including hotels, casinos, cafes, and Rock Shops. Likewise, Hard Rock’s partnership with Royal Caribbean International and Celebrity Cruises permits players to redeem points on Royal Caribbean’s Club Royale and Celebrity Cruises’ Blue Chip Club.

“By gratifying visitors for their playtime, we develop a win-win scenario where visitors delight in an enriched experience, and we cultivate an introduction to all the incredible verticals in our brand name 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 ways, adding 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 revealed the launch of a new crash 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 game Incentive Games has actually made with bet365, but not the very first time Incentive has partnered with bet365.

Incentive Games assures that it will continue to update “Velocity,” using data and AI professionals to analyze player interactions.

Legal online 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 survive on the launch date, along with Flutter Entertainment’s Betfair.

bet365 had an effective 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 significantly year-on-year in the financial year ending March. The online sports betting wagering and casino supplier likewise ended up being the main partner of the UEFA Champions League in August.