Every Friday, Covers has a look back at the week that was in the sports betting industry. With a collection of sports betting wagering news and notes, we mean to cover all the bases.
PrizePicks reveals 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 promotion will offer players 3 opportunities to be selected to participate in a contest for $1 million and a journey to watch 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 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 chance to join 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 (formerly Twitter) with the hashtag #SuperSweat.
The second method is to publish a video of your finest goal event on X, TikTok, and Instagram with the hashtag #SuperSweat. The final method 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 gamers will have an opportunity to use video game day for a share of an extra $1 million prize by trailing the lineups of the 3 rivals in the Super Sweat competition. PrizePicks will reveal its 3 rivals on February 7.
PrizePicks has actually expanded given that it used 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 also introduced in Missouri and Delaware in October, and licensing approval was acquired from both jurisdictions. The site is now readily available in more than 45 U.S. states.
Florida Gaming Commission panelists agree existing illegal gaming statutory is inadequate
The Florida Gaming Commission recently affirmed existing statutory classifications and penalties for unlawful gaming offenses were insufficient.
“There’s only so much cash to go around. If a dollar does not go to a certified facility or a tribal facility, it’s entering into a crook’s pocket. It’s as basic as that,” executive director Ross Marshman specified, affirming before the Florida Legislature Industries & Professional Activities Subcommittee.
So far, licensed off-track sports betting facilities, card rooms, and slot centers are the only kinds of lawful land-based gaming in the Sunshine State. Still, panelists revealed growing issue over the boost in illegal gaming within the state, as the present statute does not discourage establishments from making unlawful gaming simpler to gain access to.
“There is absolutely no disincentive for these establishments 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 since they are so profitable.”
Recently, Florida police broken down on unlawful facilities throughout the state, with 10 venues in Jacksonville forced to close in December. The Jacksonville Sheriff’s workplace revealed more than a lots locals were included in a sports betting ring that was running since 2021, resulting in 5 people arrested for racketeering offenses.
Likewise, Florida likewise had one of the most identifiable gambling claims over the last few years, with the Seminole Tribe-operated Hard Rock sportsbook suspending operations after its launch in 2021, with the suit lasting up until 2024.
Acid rock Bet becomes most current member of Unity by Hard Rock Loyalty program
Acid rock International revealed its sportsbook, Hard Rock Bet, will become the newest addition to its Unity by Hard Rock loyalty plan.
Hard Rock Bet will keep its online commitment rewards program for users but will let players make Tier Credits for both programs. Players can move these credits in between the 2 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 management at Acid rock International and Seminole Gaming. “This improvement not only offers a fun, interactive way for visitors to earn points when placing bets, however also substantially enhances commitment.”
Using Hard 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 Hard Rock’s worldwide areas. There are more than 200 participating locales, including hotels, gambling establishments, cafes, and Rock Shops. Likewise, Hard Rock’s collaboration 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 gratifying visitors for their playtime, we develop a win-win situation where visitors delight in an enriched experience, and we foster an introduction to all the fantastic verticals in our brand name through point redemption opportunities at Hotels, Casinos, Cafes, Rock Shops and entertainment locations,” Sheldon continued.
Acid 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 sports betting material for jai alai on Acid rock Bet platforms.
Incentive Games launches crash video game with bet365
Game designer Incentive Games has revealed the launch of a brand-new crash video game, “Velocity,” which the operator will give the Brazilian market through a collaboration with bet365. It’s the first pay-to-play crash video game Incentive Games has made with bet365, however not the very first time Incentive has partnered with bet365.
Incentive Games guarantees that it will continue to update “Velocity,” using data and AI specialists to examine gamer interactions.
Legal online gaming released in Brazil on Jan. 1, with 68 online gaming platforms going cope 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 starting a brand-new chapter with its Brazil launch. While the company 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 gambling establishment provider also ended up being the official partner of the UEFA Champions League in August.