Every Friday, Covers takes a look back at the week that was in the sports betting wagering industry. With a collection of sports betting wagering news and notes, we mean to cover all the bases.
PrizePicks reveals 2nd Super Sweat Competition for the Super Bowl
Daily Fantasy sports betting (DFS) company PrizePicks has actually announced the launch of its Super Sweat competitors for the 2nd year. The promo will offer players 3 chances to be picked to take part in a contest for $1 million and a journey to watch 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 chance to join the Super Sweat promotion in 3 ways. The 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 best touchdown event on X, TikTok, and Instagram with the hashtag #SuperSweat. The final method to enter the promo is by publishing a screenshot of your favorite 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 additional $1 million reward by tailing the lineups of the 3 rivals in the Super Sweat competition. PrizePicks will announce its 3 rivals on February 7.
PrizePicks has actually broadened considering that it provided the Super Sweat competition for the last Super Bowl, adding 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 gained from both jurisdictions. The site is now readily available in more than 45 U.S. states.
Florida Gaming Commission panelists concur existing unlawful gaming statutory is insufficient
The Florida Gaming Commission recently affirmed existing statutory classifications and charges for prohibited video gaming offenses were inadequate.
"There's only a lot cash to walk around. If a dollar does not go to a licensed facility or a tribal center, it's going into a criminal's pocket. It's as easy as that," executive director Ross Marshman mentioned, affirming before the Florida House of Representatives Industries & Professional Activities Subcommittee.
So far, certified pari-mutuel centers, card spaces, and slot facilities are the only kinds of lawful land-based video gaming in the Sunshine State. Still, panelists expressed growing issue over the increase in unlawful gaming within the state, as the current statute doesn't prevent facilities from making illegal gaming simpler to access.
"There is absolutely 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 want to pay the fines and continue the operations due to the fact that they are so successful."
Recently, Florida police punished illegal facilities across the state, with 10 places in Jacksonville required to close in December. The Jacksonville Sheriff's workplace exposed more than a lots locals were included in a gambling ring that was running since 2021, leading to five people jailed for racketeering offenses.
Likewise, Florida also had one of the most identifiable sports betting claims in recent years, with the Seminole Tribe-operated Acid rock sportsbook suspending operations after its launch in 2021, with the lawsuit lasting till 2024.
Hard Rock Bet ends up being latest member of Unity by Hard Rock Loyalty program
Acid rock International announced its sportsbook, Hard Rock Bet, will become the most recent addition to its Unity by Hard Rock loyalty scheme.
Hard Rock Bet will keep its online commitment benefits program for users however will let players make Tier Credits for both programs. Players can transfer these credits between the 2 and cash 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 home entertainment and brand name management at Acid rock International and Seminole Gaming. "This enhancement not just provides a fun, interactive way for guests to earn points when positioning bets, however also considerably enhances loyalty."
Playing on Hard Rock Bet can now lead you to experiences all over the world
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Unity by Acid rock lets users redeem Unity Points at one of Acid rock's international places. There are more than 200 taking part locations, including hotels, gambling establishments, cafes, and Rock Shops. Likewise, Acid 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 satisfying guests for their playtime, we create a win-win scenario where visitors take pleasure in an enriched experience, and we cultivate an introduction to all the fantastic verticals in our brand name through point redemption chances at Hotels, Casinos, Cafes, Rock Shops and entertainment places," Sheldon continued.
Hard Rock Bet is also broadening its sportsbooks in other ways, adding jai-alai wagering ahead of the 2025 World Jai-Alai League. Fans can delight in special streaming and sports betting content for jai alai on Hard Rock Bet platforms.
Incentive Games releases crash game with bet365
Game developer Incentive Games has announced 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 very first pay-to-play crash game Incentive Games has actually made with bet365, however not the very first time Incentive has partnered with bet365.
Incentive Games guarantees that it will continue to update "Velocity," utilizing information and AI specialists to evaluate player interactions.
Legal online gaming launched in Brazil on Jan. 1, with 68 online video gaming platforms going cope 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 beginning a brand-new chapter with its Brazil launch. While the business CEO took a pay cut, bet365's profits, especially in the U.S., increased significantly year-on-year in the financial year ending March. The online sports betting and casino company also became the official partner of the UEFA Champions League in August.
