🌐 The Birth of Online Casinos (1994 – 1998)
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🎰 First Online Casino Launches (1994)
Event Description Launch of Internet Gaming Technologies The first online casino, known as the Internet Casino, began offering games to players. -
💻 Introduction of Software Providers (1995)
Event Description Microgaming’s First Online Casino Microgaming launched the first software to allow for secure online transactions. -
🔒 Licensing Regulations (1998)
Event Description First Licensing Authority Established The government of Antigua and Barbuda created a licensing framework for online casinos.
🕹️ Rise of the Online Casino Industry (1999 – 2005)
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📈 Rapid Growth of Operators (1999)
Event Description Explosion of Online Casino Sites With the successful models in place, hundreds of online casinos launched. -
🛡️ Enhanced Security Measures (2001)
Event Description Introduction of SSL Encryption Online casinos began implementing SSL encryption to protect player data. -
⚖️ Legal Advances (2005)
Event Description U.S. Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act The U.S. introduced laws restricting online gambling, impacting global operations.
📱 The Era of Mobile and Live Casinos (2006 – Present)
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📲 Launch of Mobile Casinos (2006)
Event Description Introduction of Mobile Gaming Online casinos began developing versions tailored for mobile devices. -
🏠 Rise of Live Dealer Games (2010)
Event Description Interactive Live Casino Gaming Live dealer games provided a real-time gaming experience for players. -
🌎 Regulation and Legality (2020 – Present)
Event Description Expansion of Legal Frameworks Many countries began legalizing and regulating online gambling, boosting industry growth.
