1990s: The Birth of Online Casinos
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1994: First Online Gambling License 🎰
Event Details First Online Casino Launch Antigua and Barbuda issued the first license for online gambling. -
1996: The First Online Casino Game 💻
Event Details InterCasino Launched InterCasino became the first online casino to offer real-money gameplay.
2000s: Growth and Regulation 🌍
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2001: Emergence of Online Casino Software Providers 🖥️
Event Details Microgaming and Ecogra Microgaming launched the first fully functional online casino software, and eCOGRA was established for regulation standards. -
2006: The Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (UIGEA) 🚨
Event Details UIGEA Enacted This Act placed restrictions on online gambling operations in the USA, affecting many players and operators.
2010s: The Rise of Mobile and Live Casinos 📱
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2013: Legalization of Online Gambling in New Jersey 🗽
Event Details New Jersey Online Gambling Laws New Jersey became the third U.S. state to legalize online gambling, paving the way for others. -
2017: Growth of Mobile Casino Platforms 📈
Event Details Rise in Mobile Gambling More casinos adapted to mobile technology, allowing users to play anywhere.
2020s: The Current Landscape of Online Casinos 🌐
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2020: Popularity Surge During the Pandemic 🌍
Event Details Online Gambling Boom The COVID-19 pandemic led to an increase in online casino participation as physical casinos closed. -
2023: Enhanced technologies and Regulation 🎉
Event Details Blockchain and VR in Online Casinos Emergence of blockchain technology and virtual reality to enhance user experience.