📅 1990s: The Dawn of Online Gambling
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1994: Birth of Online Casinos 🎰
Event: First online casino launched, using cryptography for secure transactions. Impact: Set the foundation for digital gambling platforms worldwide. -
1996: The First Gambling License 📝
Event: Antigua and Barbuda passes the Free Trade & Processing Act. Impact: Enabled companies to apply for licenses, legitimizing online gambling.
🌍 2000s: Rapid Expansion and Regulation
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2001: Rise of Online Poker ♠️
Event: Online poker rooms gain popularity with major tournaments. Impact: Encouraged a shift in focus from traditional gambling to poker. -
2006: Legalization in the United States 🇺🇸
Event: UIGEA (Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act) passed. Impact: Impacted how online casinos operated within the US market.
💻 2010s: Technological Advancements
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2012: Mobile Gambling Emerges 📱
Event: Leading casinos launch mobile-friendly platforms. Impact: Increased accessibility to gaming on-the-go. -
2013: Legalized Online Gambling in New Jersey 🌟
Event: New Jersey allows online gambling after a Supreme Court ruling. Impact: Set a precedent and encouraged other states to consider legalization.
🚀 2020s: Limitless Innovation
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2020: Rise of Live Dealer Games 🎥
Event: Live dealer games become widely adopted in online casinos. Impact: Enhanced user experience by offering the feel of a physical casino. -
2023: Implementation of Blockchain in Gambling 🔗
Event: Online casinos integrate blockchain technology for transparency. Impact: Increased trust and security in online transactions.
