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 reveals second Super Sweat Competition for the Super Bowl

Daily Fantasy sports betting (DFS) company PrizePicks has revealed the launch of its Super Sweat competition for the 2nd year. The promo will provide players 3 possibilities to be selected to take part 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)

We are hosting 3 various social contests leading up to the Big Game to find our #SuperSweat competitors Once picked, everyone will have the ability to ... pic.twitter.com/bz4J5keHe1

Players can make a possibility to sign up with the Super Sweat discount 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 second method is to publish a video of your finest goal celebration on X, TikTok, and Instagram with the hashtag #SuperSweat. The last method to get into the promotion is by publishing a screenshot of your preferred NFL lineup with the #SuperSweat on X, Instagram, or TikTok.

Additionally, other gamers will have an opportunity to play on game day for a share of an extra $1 million prize by tailing the lineups of the three rivals in the Super Sweat competition. PrizePicks will reveal its three rivals on February 7.

PrizePicks has actually 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 also launched in Missouri and Delaware in October, and licensing approval was gotten from both jurisdictions. The website is now readily available in more than 45 U.S. states.

Florida Gaming Commission panelists agree existing unlawful gaming statutory is insufficient

The Florida Gaming Commission just recently affirmed existing statutory categories and penalties for prohibited 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 facility, it's going into a criminal's pocket. It's as simple as that," executive director Ross Marshman mentioned, affirming before the Florida Legislature Industries & Professional Activities Subcommittee.

Up until now, certified off-track sports betting facilities, card spaces, and slot facilities are the only kinds of lawful land-based video gaming in the Sunshine State. Still, panelists revealed growing concern over the increase in prohibited video gaming within the state, as the current statute does not prevent establishments from making prohibited gaming simpler to access.

"There is no disincentive for these facilities to shut down due to the misdemeanors that they face," said Chief Ed Cayenne of the Homeland Security Division of the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office. "They are prepared to pay the fines and continue the operations since they are so lucrative."

Recently, Florida law enforcement cracked down on prohibited establishments throughout the state, with 10 places in Jacksonville forced to close in December. The Jacksonville Sheriff's workplace revealed more than a dozen residents were associated with a gaming ring that was running because 2021, leading to 5 individuals detained for racketeering offenses.

Likewise, Florida also had one of the most identifiable gambling suits over the last few years, with the Seminole Tribe-operated Acid rock sportsbook suspending operations after its launch in 2021, with the claim lasting until 2024.

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

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

Hard Rock Bet will keep its online loyalty benefits program for users but will let players earn Tier Credits for both programs. Players can move these credits in 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," said Keith Sheldon, president of home entertainment and brand management at Hard Rock International and Seminole Gaming. "This enhancement not only provides a fun, interactive method for visitors to earn points when putting bets, but likewise substantially boosts loyalty."

Using Acid rock Bet can now lead you to experiences worldwide

Acid Rock Bet Unity pic.twitter.com/JRHPtD00Zr

Unity by Acid rock lets users redeem Unity Points at one of Hard Rock's global areas. There are more than 200 getting involved 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 fulfilling visitors for their playtime, we develop a win-win situation where visitors enjoy an enriched experience, and we promote an intro to all the incredible verticals in our brand name through point redemption chances at Hotels, Casinos, Cafes, Rock Shops and entertainment venues," Sheldon continued.

Acid Rock Bet is likewise expanding its sportsbooks in other methods, including jai-alai wagering ahead of the 2025 World Jai-Alai League. Fans can take pleasure in special streaming and wagering material for jai alai on Acid rock Bet platforms.

Incentive Games introduces crash game with bet365

Game developer Incentive Games has actually announced the launch of a new crash game, "Velocity," which the operator will give 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 first time Incentive has partnered with bet365.

Incentive Games guarantees that it will continue to update "Velocity," using information and AI specialists to analyze gamer interactions.

Legal online video 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 live on the launch date, along with Flutter Entertainment's Betfair.

bet365 had a successful 2024 before starting a new chapter with its Brazil launch. While the business CEO took a pay cut, bet365's earnings, particularly in the U.S., increased significantly year-on-year in the fiscal year ending March. The online sports betting wagering and casino service provider likewise ended up being the official partner of the UEFA Champions League in August.