1990s – The Birth of Online Gambling
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📅 1994 – The First Online Casino
Event Description Launch of Online Casinos The first online casino, termed “InterCasino”, was launched in 1996, allowing players to gamble from their homes. -
📅 1996 – Regulation Initiatives
Event Description First License Granted The government of Antigua and Barbuda passed the Free Trade & Processing Act, allowing online gambling operators to obtain licenses.
2000s – Rapid Expansion
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📅 2000 – Emergence of Poker Rooms
Event Description Online Poker Boom PokerStars and PartyPoker launched, making online poker immensely popular, changing the landscape of online gaming. -
📅 2006 – The Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act
Event Description US Legislation The UIGEA was enacted, making it illegal for online gambling sites to process payments related to unlawful gambling.
2010s – Mobile Revolution
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📅 2012 – Rise of Mobile Gambling
Event Description Mobile Apps Launched Major online casinos launched mobile applications, allowing users to gamble on the go. -
📅 2013 – Legalization in New Jersey
Event Description Online Gambling Legalized New Jersey became the first state in the US to regulate online gambling, setting a precedent for others.
2020s – Current Trends and Future
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📅 2021 – Surge in popularity due to COVID-19
Event Description Record Engagement The pandemic led to a massive increase in online gambling participation as physical casinos closed. -
📅 2023 – Continued Innovation
Event Description Integration of Virtual Reality Online gambling platforms begin integrating VR features, providing immersive gaming experiences.
