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Blockchain experts share their priceless insight this July at Pocket Gamer Connects Toronto!

Blockchain experts share their priceless insight this July at Pocket Gamer Connects Toronto!

Blockchain, cryptocurrency, NFTs, the metaverse… if these words all sound a bit confusing to you, and you aren’t up to date with the massive disruption they’re causing in the games industry, we’ve got a track breaking it all down just for you.

Pocket Gamer Connects is all about lifting the veil on the hottest topics facing the industry, and there is no topic more pressing than everything blockchain at the moment. If you’ve been looking to get informed and hear from the experts paving the way at the intersection of blockchain and gaming, join us and 750 other games industry delegates for the first ever iteration of the top b2b gaming industry conference in Toronto. We’ve got all the details for you.

This unmissable track is part of the Brands x Ads x Games summit happening alongside Pocket Gamer Connects Toronto. All conference attendees get complimentary access to this summit, and it’s an unparalleled opportunity to elevate your brand while discovering the biggest opportunities for growth in the industry. We’ll be demystifying the key developments, celebrating the great work already being done and showcasing the tremendous potential both now (with mobile and PC/console platforms) but also in the future as blockchain, XR and the metaverse gaming worlds grow. You won’t want to miss it.

It’s the same conference you know and love with all-new opportunities in an incredible new city. Over July 6th to 7th you will get to hear from over 120 of the world’s biggest authorities in gaming and connect with representatives from companies like Google, Netflix and Electronic Arts. What better way to expand your network and pick the most brilliant, forward-gazing minds in the industry? Don’t miss out on your opportunity to join us this summer, we have recently released a wave of virtual tickets and we currently have a Mid-Term offer available – no excuse not to be there come July and truly invest in taking your career to the next level you’ve been dreaming of!

Today, we’re shining the spotlight on our Building on Blockchain track. It’s an introduction to what blockchain means for any developer – with insights into the technology and how crypto works with games. The track will feature sessions tackling topics such as NFTs in gaming, a guide to player-owned economies and migrating from creating casual games to NFT-based games . Don’t miss out!

Keep on reading to find out more about what the track is all about.

Building on Blockchain: July 7
11:20 - We’re starting off the track with all you need to know on migrating from creating casual games to NFT-based games. Get all the insights from those that have done it before! This unmissable session is led by Mohammad Agha of Magmic.
11:40 - Next up, we’re talking about NFTs in gaming. Tim Tello of Pocketful of Quarters is discussing the evolution of gaming and whether NFTs have a place in gaming. Don’t miss out.
12:00 - We’re rounding out the track with a panel giving you all the top strategies to how you can create player-owned economies. Join Mohammad Agha of Magmic, Michael Sanders of Horizon Blockchain Games, Gabriel Meredith of Merfolk Games and more for this incredible session!

Book your ticket to Toronto now
There’s no time like now to buy your ticket to Toronto! We have both virtual and in-person tickets available, and you can get them both at a reduced price with our Mid Term offer. This can save you up to $220 CAD, so don’t wait up! It’s only available for a limited time, be sure to take advantage of it while you still can and book your ticket before time runs out.

See you in Toronto!

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