🕰️ Early Beginnings (1994-2000)
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📅 1994: The First Online Casino
Event Details Launch of the first online casino InterCasino begins operations, marking the start of a new era in gambling. -
📅 1996: Regulation Begins
Event Details First Licensing Authority Established The government of Antigua and Barbuda creates regulations for online gambling. -
📅 1998: Emergence of Software Providers
Event Details Microgaming’s Foundation Microgaming launches, becoming a leading software provider for online casinos.
📈 Growth and Expansion (2001-2010)
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📅 2001: Introduction of Live Dealer Games
Event Details Live Casino Games Revolution Live dealer games are introduced, blending online and real-world experiences. -
📅 2006: U.S. Legal Changes
Event Details Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act This U.S. law changes the landscape for online gambling, impacting player participation. -
📅 2010: Rise of Mobile Gaming
Event Details Mobile Casinos Launch As smartphones gain popularity, casinos adapt by offering mobile versions of games.
🌐 Modern Era (2011-Present)
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📅 2013: New Regulations in Europe
Event Details UK Gambling License Requirements The UK implements new licensing laws for online casinos for player protection. -
📅 2020: Surge in Online Gaming
Event Details Increase Due to Pandemic COVID-19 boosts online gaming as traditional casinos close worldwide. -
📅 2023: The Rise of Cryptocurrencies
Event Details Integration of Bitcoin and Other Cryptos Online casinos begin accepting cryptocurrencies for greater anonymity and flexibility.