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MECCA BINGO BRINGS CONTROVERSIAL V.A.R TECHNOLOGY TO BINGO WITH HELP FROM MIKE DEAN – DESPITE ONGOING V.A.R MEDIA STORM
Despite the ‘V.A.R technology’ debate dominating football headlines across the UK, Mecca Bingo will seek to adopt the controversial technology for bingo – enlisting the help of inarguably the most iconic former Premier League official, Mike Dean.
With exactly 2,000 yellow cards and a record breaking 214 red cards issued in his Premier League career, the card-happy ref is helping Mecca Bingo trial B.A.R (Bingo Assistant Referee) – a state-of-the-art, cutting edge technology system designed to keep bingo players on track and verify jackpot claims.
Starting in the home of Premier League newcomers, Sheffield United, the Wirral-based icon has swapped V.A.R for B.A.R to train staff at Mecca Bingo on the Premier League standards.
Mecca Bingo’s B.A.R. technology will capture every moment in high-definition, allowing Mike’s trained Mecca officials to track every call and every dab to precisely identify any errors. Yellow cards will be issued to customers who make false claims. Get a red and he’ll suggest customers move to their own table to focus.
Captured footage shows Mike Dean training Mecca staff on player management, and how to use B.A.R to ensure that all bingo claims are verified and prizes are fairly awarded. And of course, the whipped cream used for Mecca’s delicious desserts now doubles as vanishing spray – used by Mike to keep any over excited players at bay whilst results are being checked.
Mike Dean, former Premier League referee, said; “It’s been tremendous fun bringing a touch of top-quality refereeing to Mecca Bingo. Like football, bingo is a beautiful game full of passion and excitement. In truth, I had never expected to swap footballs for bingo balls, but the launch of B.A.R made it an easy decision – a little bit extra officiating never hurt anyone. We’ll be double checking the next jackpot claim!”
Mike Sime, Head of Bingo at Mecca Bingo, commented: “It’s perhaps not been the best of weeks for VAR – but we remain undeterred. We’re really excited to be trialling the introduction of this impeccable technology into bingo. And we’re absolutely delighted that one of the greatest Premier League referees, Mike Dean, has switched play to Mecca. Good process.”
CasinoCanada has signed a partnership with Casino Prestige to support brand promotion and drive traffic to the operator’s platform across selected markets.
Under the agreement, CasinoCanada will develop and publish informational and promotional materials focused on Casino Prestige’s features and gaming portfolio. The content will be integrated into CasinoCanada’s review and comparison sections, with the stated goal of increasing visibility and user engagement.
Eugene Ravdin, Head of PR at SEOBROTHERS, stated: “This collaboration allows CasinoCanada to further expand its range of partner operators. The platform will provide structured reviews and analytical content to present key information about Casino Prestige and support ongoing traffic acquisition efforts.”
A Casino Prestige spokesperson commented: “Casino Prestige is thrilled to partner with CasinoCanada as part of its strategy to expand reach and connect with more players worldwide, delivering a premium gaming experience built on high-quality titles and top-tier customer support.”
Casino Prestige launched in 2026 and lists a library of more than 2,100 casino games from over 30 providers, including around 2,000 slots and more than 40 live dealer games. The operator said its platform runs under a license issued by the Tobique Gaming Commission and is owned and managed by Gophoenix Solutions Ltd., which handles payments, promotions, and platform management.
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CasinoCanada has established a partnership with Casino Prestige to support brand promotion and drive traffic to the platform across selected markets.
CasinoCanada will develop and publish informational and promotional materials outlining Casino Prestige’s features and gaming portfolio. The content will be incorporated into CasinoCanada’s review and comparison sections to increase visibility and facilitate user engagement.
CasinoCanada is an online casino guide focused on the Canadian market, operated by SEOBROTHERS.
Eugene Ravdin, Head of PR at SEOBROTHERS, stated: “This collaboration allows CasinoCanada to further expand its range of partner operators. The platform will provide structured reviews and analytical content to present key information about Casino Prestige and support ongoing traffic acquisition efforts.”
A Casino Prestige spokesperson commented: “Casino Prestige is thrilled to partner with CasinoCanada as part of its strategy to expand reach and connect with more players worldwide, delivering a premium gaming experience built on high-quality titles and top-tier customer support.”
Launched in 2026, Casino Prestige features a library of more than 2,100 casino games from over 30 providers, including around 2,000 slot titles and more than 40 live dealer games. The offering spans slots, table games, live casino, instant games, and TV-style formats, with providers such as Pragmatic Play, Novomatic, BGaming, Spinomenal, and Booming Games.
Casino Prestige operates under a license issued by the Tobique Gaming Commission. The platform is owned and managed by Gophoenix Solutions Ltd., which is responsible for all operational activities, including payments, promotions, and platform management.
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Casino Guru has started its final evaluation phase for the Casino Guru Awards 2026, with winners set to be announced on May 25 at Xara Lodge in Malta, ahead of the NEXT Valletta conference.
The company said nominations have closed and shortlists are finalized, with the Casino Guru team now reviewing shortlisted nominees’ track records through judge discussions and meetings with candidates. Winners are selected using what Casino Guru describes as a mix of data-led evaluation and expert assessment, drawing on its Safety Index and Complaint Resolution Center.
Public voting remains open for the Player’s Choice and Voice of the People categories, giving players and industry stakeholders a direct vote alongside the judging process.
“The Casino Guru Awards are not about who is the biggest or most visible,” said Daniela Sliva, PR & Creative Projects Director from Casino Guru. “They are about who is doing the right thing, even when no one is watching.”
Casino Guru expects around 150 guests at the Malta event, which it positioned as an industry networking evening alongside the awards announcements.
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