Historical Overview of Online Casinos for Real Money in the USA
1994 – The Birth of Online Gambling 🎰
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Event Description First Online Casino Launch The first reputable online casino, InterCasino, is launched, marking the start of a new era in gambling.
2006 – The Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (UIGEA) 📜
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Event Description UIGEA Introduction The UIGEA is passed, making it illegal for banks to process transactions related to online gambling.
2011 – Shift in Online Gambling Landscape 🌀
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Event Description DOJ Opinion The Department of Justice states that the Wire Act only applies to sports betting, opening doors for states to regulate online casinos.
2013 – New State Regulations 🌟
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Event Description New Jersey Legalizes Online Gambling New Jersey becomes the first US state to legalize online gambling, followed by other states such as Nevada and Delaware.
2021 – Legislation Breakthroughs ⚖️
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Event Description Multiple States Legalize Online Casinos States like Michigan and Pennsylvania further expand online casino options, leading to immense growth in the online gambling market.
Future Trends 🚀
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Event Description Continued Legalization Efforts As more states consider legalization, the online casino landscape in the USA is set for significant growth and innovation.
