🔍 Early Beginnings of Online Casinos (1990s)
- 1994: The first online casino, *InterCasino*, is launched.
- 1996: The first online sports betting site is introduced.
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| First Online Casino | InterCasino opens its virtual doors, paving the way for the online gambling industry. |
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Online Sports Betting | The inception of online sports betting expands the dimensions of online gambling. |
📈 Growth and Regulation (2000s)
- 2003: The introduction of the *Kahnawake Gaming Commission* for oversight.
- 2006: The *Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act* (UIGEA) is enacted in the USA.
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Regulation Setup | The Kahnawake Gaming Commission begins regulating online gambling. |
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| UIGEA Enactment | This act aims to suppress illegal online gambling and affects many operators. |
⚖️ Changes and Innovations (2010s)
- 2011: New Jersey becomes the first US state to legalize online gambling.
- 2019: Various states begin to legalize online sports betting following a Supreme Court ruling.
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Legalization in NJ | New Jersey’s legislation marks a significant shift in the acceptance of online casinos. |
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Supreme Court Ruling | This ruling opens up the opportunity for states to regulate sports betting independently. |
🌐 Current Landscape (2020s)
- 2020: The COVID-19 pandemic drives massive growth in online gambling.
- 2023: Advances in technology usher in VR casinos.
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Surge in Online Gambling | With land-based casinos closed, many turn to online alternatives. |
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Introduction of VR Casinos | The integration of virtual reality enhances the online gambling experience, making it more immersive. |
