🏁 The Beginnings of Online Casinos (1990s)
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🌐 First Online Casino Launch (1994)
Event Description First Online Casino The launch of the first online casino, Microgaming’s Gaming Club, marked the beginning of online gambling. -
📝 Legal Framework (1996)
Event Description First Jurisdiction Antigua and Barbuda become the first jurisdiction to offer licenses for online gambling, establishing a legal framework.
📈 Growth and Regulation (2000s)
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📅 The Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (UIGEA) (2006)
Event Description UIGEA Enactment This act made it illegal for banks and payment processors to transact with online gambling sites, greatly impacting American players. -
📊 Rise of Live Dealer Games (2008)
Event Description Introduction of Live Dealers Online casinos began offering live dealer games, enhancing user experience by providing real-time interaction with dealers.
⚖️ Legalization and Expansion (2010s)
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🏛️ New Jersey Legalizes Online Gambling (2013)
Event Description New Jersey’s Legislation New Jersey becomes the first U.S. state to legalize online gambling, leading the way for other states to follow. -
🌍 Expansion to Other States (2018)
Event Description Supreme Court Ruling The U.S. Supreme Court repeals the federal ban on sports betting, allowing states to legalize online gambling.
🚀 The Modern Era (2020s)
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🏆 Rise of Cryptocurrency in Gambling (2020)
Event Description Crypto Acceptance Many online casinos began accepting cryptocurrencies, providing players with more anonymity and faster transactions. -
📲 Mobile Gaming Boom (2021)
Event Description Mobile Optimization Online casinos accelerated the development of mobile platforms, allowing players to enjoy games on-the-go.
