📅 1990s: The Beginning of Online Gambling
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🎰 1994: The First Online Casino
Event Description Launch of Microgaming Microgaming became the first online casino software provider and launched the first real-money online casino. -
💻 1996: The First Licensing Authority
Event Description Antigua and Barbuda Antigua and Barbuda granted licenses to online gaming operators, marking the beginning of regulation in online gambling.
📅 2000s: Expansion of Online Casinos
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🛡️ 2006: The Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (UIGEA)
Event Description Impact of UIGEA This act made it illegal for banks to process transactions related to online gambling, leading many casinos to withdraw from the US market. -
💡 2007: Emergence of Poker Sites
Event Description Online Poker Growth Websites like PokerStars and Full Tilt Poker gained immense popularity, focusing on poker games.
📅 2010s: Legal Changes and Innovations
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🎉 2013: New Jersey Legalizes Online Gambling
Event Description Legalization New Jersey became the first state to legalize online gambling, setting a precedent for others. -
📱 2016: Mobile Gambling Revolution
Event Description Rise of Mobile Casinos With smartphones becoming ubiquitous, online casinos optimized their platforms for mobile, enhancing accessibility.
📅 2020s: Current Trends and Future Prospects
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🚀 2020: Pandemic and Online Casino Boom
Event Description Increased Popularity The COVID-19 pandemic led to a surge in online casino users as physical casinos closed. -
🔮 2023: Integration of Virtual Reality
Event Description VR Casinos Emerging technologies like Virtual Reality are being integrated into online casinos for immersive experiences.