💼 1970s: The Beginning of Casino Gambling in New Jersey
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Event Date Details Casino Gambling Referendum November 1976 New Jersey voters approve a referendum to allow casino gambling in Atlantic City. -
Event Date Details First Casino Opens May 1978 The Resorts International Casino becomes the first legal casino in Atlantic City.
🏛️ 1980s: MGM’s Entry into the Market
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Event Date Details MGM Grand Hotel & Casino Opening 1983 MGM Grand opens its doors, becoming a premier destination for tourists.
🚀 1990s: Expansion and Innovation
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Event Date Details MGM Acquires Mirage Resorts 1993 This acquisition marks a significant expansion of MGM’s presence in the gaming industry.
🔄 2000s: The Transition and New Ownership
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Event Date Details Sale of MGM Grand Atlantic City 2000 MGM sells its Atlantic City casino, marking a shift in strategy.
🌟 2010s: The Rise of Online Gambling
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Event Date Details Legalization of Online Gambling 2013 New Jersey becomes one of the first states to legalize online gambling.
🎉 2020s: Embracing a New Era
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Event Date Details Expansion of MGM’s Online Platforms 2020 MGM expands its online gaming offerings, tapping into the growing digital market.
