1990s: The Birth of Online Casinos 🕰️
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1994: The first online casino, Microgaming’s Gaming Club, launched.
Event Description Launch of Gaming Club Establishment of the first online gambling platform that set the stage for future developments. -
1996: The first poker room goes online.
Event Description First Poker Room Online poker starts gaining popularity, paving the way for a new world of card games.
2000s: The Boom of Online Gambling 🚀
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2003: Introduction of live dealer casinos.
Event Description Live Dealer Games Players can now interact with real dealers via video streams, enhancing the online experience. -
2006: The Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (UIGEA) is enacted.
Event Description UIGEA Act Regulation impacts several online casinos, altering the landscape of online gambling.
2010s: Maturation and Regulation 📈
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2011: New Jersey legalizes online gambling.
Event Description Legalization in NJ Sets a precedent that encourages other states to consider online gambling legislation. -
2018: The Supreme Court strikes down PASPA.
Event Description End of PASPA State-level sports betting is now a reality, expanding the online casino market.
2020s: The Online Gambling Revolution 🌐
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2020: Surge in online casino popularity due to the pandemic.
Event Description Pandemic Surge As brick-and-mortar casinos close, players flock to online platforms. -
2021: Growth of mobile gambling apps.
Event Description Mobile Gambling Enhanced user experience as more casinos launch dedicated mobile applications.
