🕰️ The Early Beginnings (1990s)
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📅 1994: The First Online Casino
Event Description Launch of Microgaming Microgaming launched the first true online casino, known as The Gaming Club. -
🗝️ 1996: First Casino License Granted
Event Description Antigua and Barbuda License Antigua and Barbuda became the first jurisdiction to issue licenses to online casinos.
📈 The Booming Era (2000s)
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💻 2000: Emergence of Live Dealer Casinos
Event Description Live Dealer Technology The introduction of live dealer games changed the landscape of online gambling. -
🛡️ 2006: UIGEA Legislation Passed
Event Description Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act The US enacted UIGEA, impacting many online casinos and players.
🌐 Global Expansion (2010s)
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🌍 2011: Regulation in Europe
Event Description Various European Markets Regulate Online Gambling Countries like the UK and Denmark started regulating the online gambling sector. -
🔒 2017: Pennsylvania Legalizes Online Gambling
Event Description PA Online Gambling Legislation Pennsylvania became the fourth US state to legalize online gambling.
🔍 The Current Landscape (2020s)
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🎮 2020: Growth of Mobile Gambling
Event Description Mobile Casino Apps Surge More players are choosing mobile platforms for their gambling experience. -
🎉 2023: The Rise of Cryptocurrencies
Event Description Crypto Casinos Gain Popularity Many online casinos now accept cryptocurrencies, appealing to a new demographic.