🌟 1990s: The Birth of Online Gambling
- 1994: The first online casino, **InterCasino**, launches, paving the way for virtual gaming.
- 1996: The establishment of the **Interactive Gaming Council (IGC)** to promote fairness and transparency.
- 1998: **Microgaming** develops the first mobile casino software, making gaming accessible on mobile devices.
| Year | Event |
|---|---|
| 1994 | First online casino launches |
| 1996 | Formation of IGC |
| 1998 | First mobile casino software developed |
🎰 2000s: Regulation and Growth
- 2006: The **Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (UIGEA)** is passed in the United States, impacting online casinos.
- 2009: Several states begin discussing online gambling regulations, including Oregon.
- 2011: The DOJ clarifies the Wire Act, opening doors for state-regulated online lottery and poker.
| Year | Event |
|---|---|
| 2006 | UIGEA passed |
| 2009 | Oregon discusses online gambling |
| 2011 | DOJ clarifies Wire Act |
🕹️ 2013: Oregon Takes Action
- 2013: Oregon begins exploring online poker and casino options while managing the state’s lottery.
- 2014: The Oregon Lottery introduces **Scoreboard**, their online sports betting platform.
| Year | Event |
|---|---|
| 2013 | Oregon explores online poker |
| 2014 | Introduction of Scoreboard platform |
🔍 2020s: Recent Developments
- 2020: The COVID-19 pandemic accelerates the adoption of online gambling across the country.
- 2021: Oregon’s regulated online gaming market expands with new platforms and offerings.
- 2023: Discussions continue about further regulation and integration of additional games in Oregon’s online casino landscape.
| Year | Event |
|---|---|
| 2020 | Online gambling adoption accelerates |
| 2021 | Expansion of Oregon’s online gaming market |
| 2023 | Ongoing discussions for new regulations |
