🎰 1990s: The Rise of Online Casinos
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Year Event 1994 The first online casino, Gaming Club, is launched. 1999 The introduction of Microgaming’s first software platform.
📈 2000s: The Boom of Online Gambling
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Year Event 2001 Introduction of the Alderney eGambling regulations for licensing. 2003 The Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (UIGEA) is enacted in the U.S. 2006 Reports indicate online gambling revenue surpasses $10 billion.
🗺️ 2010s: Regulation and Expansion
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Year Event 2011 The U.S. Department of Justice states that the Wire Act applies only to sports betting. 2013 New Jersey legalizes online gambling, setting a precedent for other states. 2017 Online gambling laws are relaxed in several countries, leading to a surge in operators.
🚀 2020s: Innovation and Technology
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Year Event 2020 COVID-19 pandemic accelerates the shift to online gambling. 2021 Introduction of cryptocurrency payments in numerous online casinos. 2023 Continued advancements in VR casinos, offering immersive experiences.
