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Pocket Gamer Connects is coming to Toronto for the very first time this July

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Don’t miss the opportunity to connect with 400 top companies and 750 professionals at the leading global gaming industry conference this summer in Toronto.

Pocket Gamer Connects, the leading b2b games industry conference, is returning to Canada for the first time since 2016. This time, the conference will be taking place in the all-new dynamic location of Toronto from July 6-7. It’s the same conference you know and love in a brand new place brimming with opportunities for the industry. Some 750 professionals are expected to be in attendance representing 400 leading companies from around the globe, spanning from C-level executives to developers, from publishers to students, you’ll find them all at Pocket Gamer Connects Toronto.

Pocket Gamer Connects conferences have made a name for themselves across the world stage through creating unparalleled opportunities to connect with incredible international games industry companies. Since the very first Connects conference in 2014, the team has developed a stellar reputation for delivering the highest quality games industry events that set the perfect stage for attendees to expand their networks and gain exceptional insights on what they need to do to propel their businesses to the next level. Among the 400 companies that will be present at our upcoming Toronto conference, attendees will get the chance to meet with representatives from Netflix, Google, Electronic Arts, Wizards of the Coast, A Thinking Ape, Starcaster Games, Photon, Dimoso, Viral Nation and many, many more.

Just like the top-tier quality of brands that will be joining us this July, we have an incredible line-up of the biggest authorities in the industry as speakers. They will be diving into all the hottest topics facing the industry today, covering mobile, PC, console, blockchain, web3, the metaverse and much more. PG Connects will get you up-to-date with all the latest industry trends and any emerging growth opportunities you need to know about. Our stellar lineup is made up of absolute powerhouses in the industry, and it includes Franci Dimitrovska of Electronic Arts, Elena Doty of Google Firebase, Margaret McClure of Netflix Games, John Eberhardt of Wizards of the Coast, Kenshi Arasaki of A Thinking Ape, Patty Toledo of YAHAHA, Shum Singh of Agnitio Capital, Martin MacMillan of Pollen VC and over 150 other major industry authorities that will be sharing their wealth of expertise with us.

Explore the future of brand partnerships at the Brands x Ads x Games Summit

All Pocket Gamer Connects Toronto attendees gain complimentary access to our first ever Brands x Ads x Games Summit, which is taking place right alongside the conference from July 6 to 7.

This summit is designed to focus upon the latest trends in the games industry and the spaces where games meet brands and advertising. It’s a prime opportunity to stay on top of all the up-and-coming branding trends and scope out new opportunities to elevate your ad strategies. Attendees will enjoy hearing talks spanning all the hot topics in the industry ranging from developing on blockchain to what we can learn from games delving into the metaverse to esports innovation and the first-ever iteration of our new Brand Booster track, which is dedicated to analysing success stories, failures and opportunities where brands meet the growing games industry. You can look forward to hearing from Nick Branstator of Playwire, Mark Val of Photon, Tim Tello of Pocketful of Quarters, Daniel Griffiths of Steel Media, Adam Starcaster of Starcaster Games, Jean-Philippe Steinmetz of AcceleratXR, Nav Gupta of Chaarmi Worlds Inc., Nimrod Shanit of Holy City VR and Bobby Baird of Stream Hatchet and many more as they lead insightful, future-gazing discussions in the summit.

Secure your spot at Pocket Gamer Connects Toronto today and connect with leading authorities in the games industry this July 6-7.

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GGPoker selects GeoLocs geolocation service for regulated Ontario market

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mkodo’s GeoLocs will handle in-platform location checks for GGPoker players in Ontario, removing the need for a separate verification app.

GGPoker has selected GeoLocs by mkodo as its geolocation service provider for the operator’s regulated Ontario offering.

Under the partnership, GeoLocs will provide in-platform location verification for GGPoker players across Ontario, with the aim of supporting regulatory compliance without requiring an additional app download or separate approval process.

“Our priority is to ensure players have a seamless experience on GGPoker whilst staying fully compliant with regulations. We chose GeoLocs because of their proven expertise, industry and regulatory knowledge and the fact that players don’t need to verify location through a separate app or download.” – Sarne Lightman, Managing Director of GGPoker.

“The partnership with GGPoker is very exciting. We’re proud to support a globally recognised operator in delivering a seamless, compliant player experience in Ontario. With Alberta opening in July, the partnership with GGPoker in Ontario further reinforces GeoLocs’ expansion across the Canadian gaming market.” – Ben Scobie-Trumper, Head of Sales at mkodo.

GeoLocs is a geolocation product built by mkodo for regulated markets, supporting web and mobile location checks for gaming, sports betting, poker and lottery operators, according to the company.

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Xsolla expands Atlantic Canada event push with Game Invest East and XP Game Connect

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Xsolla will take part in two Atlantic Canada industry events—Game Invest East and XP Game Connect Atlantic—running June 3-5, 2026, as it increases its presence in the region’s game development ecosystem.

The company said it will join discussions with developers, publishers, investors, and other stakeholders focused on game development, investment, and innovation. At Game Invest East, held in partnership with Scaffold, Xsolla will participate in a panel titled “If You Can Make It Here.” Xsolla’s Manny Hachey, Senior Director of Developer Success, will appear alongside Kate Edwards, CEO and Principal Consultant of Geogrify, and Amir Satvat, Business Development Director at Tencent Games, founder of Always Supporting the Games Community (ASGC), and a 2026 GamesBeat Visionary Award honoree.

Xsolla’s Halifax stop comes on June 5 at XP Game Connect Atlantic. John Nguyen, Regional Vice President, Canada at Xsolla, and Ted DiNola, Developer Evangelist at Xsolla, will host a workshop titled “Full Picture to Fast Lane: Xsolla Ecosystem Overview & Live SDK 3 Integration.”

Nguyen will also host a panel, “What Does the Future of Game Development Look Like in Atlantic Canada?”, joined by Ryan Filsinger from Iron Fox; Shawn Woods, CEO at Alpha Dog and VP of Interactive Society of Nova Scotia; George Greer, Founder of Besszong; and Jade Yhap, President of Interactive NB.

“Atlantic Canada continues to emerge as an exciting hub for game development talent and innovation,” said John Nguyen, Regional Vice President, Canada, at Xsolla. “Xsolla is proud to support these events and contribute to conversations that help empower developers, build ecosystems, strengthen industry connections, and accelerate growth across the region.”

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SkillOnNet Goes Live with Ready Play Gaming Across Ontario, Mexico and Canada

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Ready Play Gaming now live on SkillOnNet network with more jurisdictions to follow

Global entertainment brand SkillOnNet has successfully launched Ready Play Gaming’s slot portfolio across Canada, Ontario, and Mexico, with additional international markets scheduled to follow later this year.

Players at SkillOnNet’s portfolio of cutting-edge iGaming sites, such as PlayOJO, PlayUZU, Slingo, Mega Casino and LuckyNiki, can now enjoy Ready Play Gaming’s premium quality online slot games, which are designed to deliver immersive entertainment through engaging gameplay, longer-session appeal and community driven fun.

These include the company’s signature Reel Jackpots series, with games like Reel Bingo and Reel Triple – “soft slot” experiences crafted for the bingo generation.

Operating under the brand promise, “Ready Play Gaming. Immerse yourself!” the studio combines creative game design, engaging mechanics and striking visuals to create content tailored for modern casino audiences.

SkillOnNet is a multiple award-winning market leader in some of the most competitive gaming markets worldwide. The company operates numerous iGaming sites, each catering to unique player preferences and regional market demands.

Jani Kontturi at SkillOnNet said: “We are proud to welcome Ready Play Gaming as we continue to strengthen our global content offering with innovative and high-performing studio partners. In a crowded market, they’ve focused on building games with personality and strong entertainment value, and we believe that’s exactly the kind of content today’s players respond to.

Christoph Härtel, COO at Ready Play Gaming said: “Partnering with SkillOnNet is a major milestone for Ready Play Gaming as we continue to expand our international footprint. SkillOnNet’s strong presence in regulated markets and extensive operator network make them an ideal partner to help bring our games to even more players globally.”

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