Mark Reeves Denver

By Mark Denver June 12th, 2026 BURLINGTON, ON A reader writes and asks: “Is online poker actually growing, or does it just feel that way because I keep seeing ads for it everywhere?” Fair question. And the answer is – yes, it’s genuinely growing. Not ad-budget illusion. Real numbers. People from anywhere in the world can get in on a poker game. Mobile poker app downloads jumped over 30% in 2023 alone. That’s not a blip. That’s a structural shift in how poker enthusiasts engage with the game.

In the rapidly evolving digital age, virtual event experiences have transformed how people connect, learn, and engage across distances. Once considered a temporary alternative to in-person gatherings, they have now become a defining feature of global communication, business strategy, and community building.