🕰️ The Birth of Online Casinos (1994 – 2000)
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Year Event 1994 The first online casino launched: Microgaming introduced the first real money online casino, setting the foundation for a new gambling era. 1996 Introduction of Interactive Gaming Council: Established to regulate online gambling and promote fair play. 1998 First online poker room opened: Planet Poker started a trend that would grow massively in the coming years.
🚀 The Expansion of Online Gambling (2001 – 2010)
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Year Event 2003 Rise of online slot machines: Online casinos began offering a variety of slot games, increasing their popularity. 2006 Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (UIGEA): This US legislation impacted online gambling operators significantly. 2010 Advent of live dealer games: Revolutionized the gaming experience by allowing players to interact with real dealers.
📱 The Mobile Revolution (2011 – 2020)
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Year Event 2012 Online gambling regulation in New Jersey: New Jersey became the first US state to legalize online casinos. 2015 Mobile gaming surge: Increasing smartphone usage led to the rise of mobile-friendly casino platforms. 2020 Impact of COVID-19: The pandemic led to a surge in online gambling as land-based casinos closed globally.
🌐 The Modern Era (2021 – Present)
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Year Event 2021 Cryptocurrency adoption: Many online casinos started accepting Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies for transactions. 2022 Increased focus on responsible gambling: Online casinos implemented better tools for player protection and responsible gambling. 2023 Advancements in technology: Use of AI and VR in creating immersive casino experiences is on the rise.
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For further information on online casinos, you can visit the UK Gambling Commission or read about UK Gambling Act 2005.
