Historical Overview of Best Online Casinos in the US
1990s: The Birth of Online Gambling
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1994: The Passing of the Free Trade & Processing Act
Event Description Legislation Passed
Allowed the establishment of online casinos in Antigua and Barbuda. -
1996: Launch of the First Online Casino
Event Description InterCasino
Became the first online casino, marking the beginning of online gambling.
2000s: Growth and Regulation
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2006: The Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (UIGEA)
Event Description Legislation Impact
Made it illegal for online gambling businesses to accept payments from US citizens. -
2008: Emergence of Online Poker
Event Description ♠️ Online Poker Boom Websites like PokerStars and Full Tilt Poker gain immense popularity.
2010s: Legalization and Expansion
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2011: Change in Regulatory Landscape
Event Description New Jersey Legalizes Online Gambling
New Jersey is one of the first states to legalize online casinos. -
2018: Supreme Court Repeals PASPA
Event Description Gambling Expansion
Allowed states to legalize sports betting and regulate online casinos.
2020s: The Modern Era of Online Casinos
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2020: Flourishing Amid the Pandemic
Event Description Growth of User Base
Online casinos witness an increase in players due to lockdowns. -
2023: Technological Advancements
Event Description Mobile Gaming
Significant increase in mobile-friendly online casinos.