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🏛️ Early Beginnings (1990s)
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🌐 The First Online Casino (1994)
Date: 1994 Overview: The first online casino, Microgaming’s Gaming Club, was launched, marking the beginning of online gambling. -
🛡️ Regulation and Licensing (1996)
Date: 1996 Overview: The Kahnawake Gaming Commission was established, offering one of the first licenses for online casinos.
✨ The Boom Years (2000s)
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🎉 Introduction of the Live Dealer (2006)
Date: 2006 Overview: Live dealer technology was introduced, allowing players to engage with real dealers through video streams. -
🏆 Emergence of Mobile Gaming (2008)
Date: 2008 Overview: The launch of mobile-optimized casinos began transforming how players accessed their favorite games.
📈 Modern Era (2010s – Present)
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🔗 Blockchain Integration (2015)
Date: 2015 Overview: With the rise of cryptocurrency, several casinos began accepting Bitcoin for deposits and withdrawals, enhancing security. -
👾 Growth of Esports Betting (2018)
Date: 2018 Overview: Esports betting became a significant sector in the online casino industry, attracting a younger demographic.
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