🏛️ Early Beginnings of Online Gambling (1990s)
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🎰 Launch of Online Casinos
Year Event 1994 The first online casino, “InterCasino,” was launched, paving the way for online gambling. -
📜 Legal Framework Begins
Year Event 1996 The government of Antigua and Barbuda passed the Free Trade & Processing Act allowing licenses for online gambling.
📈 The Boom of Online Gambling (2000s)
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💻 Rise of Poker Sites
Year Event 2001 The launch of “PartyPoker,” which became one of the largest online poker platforms. -
⚖️ UIGEA Legislation
Year Event 2006 The Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (UIGEA) was enacted in the USA, affecting online gambling operations.
🌍 Global Expansion and Regulation (2010s)
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🇬🇧 Gambling Act 2005 Implementation
Year Event 2014 The UK Gambling Commission implemented the Gambling (Licensing and Advertising) Act to regulate online gambling. -
🛡️ State-by-State Legalization in the USA
Year Event 2018 The Supreme Court of the USA struck down the federal ban on sports betting, leading to state-level legalizations.
🚀 Modern Trends and Future of Online Gambling (2020s)
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📱 Mobile Gambling Surge
Year Event 2020 Mobile gambling apps became predominant, with revenue surpassing desktop platforms. -
💡 Rise of Cryptocurrencies
Year Event 2021 Numerous online casinos began to accept cryptocurrencies, enhancing anonymity and security for players.
