1990s: The Birth of Online Gambling
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Launch of the First Online Casino 🎰
Year Event 1994 Introduction of the first online casino, using real cash gambling. -
Legal Framework Established ⚖️
Year Event 1996 The establishment of licensing agreements in Antigua and Barbuda.
2000s: Growth and Regulation 🚀
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Rapid Increase in Online Casinos 💻
Year Event 2000 More than 200 online casinos launched globally. -
U.S. Government Intervention 🚨
Year Event 2006 The Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (UIGEA) is enacted.
2010s: A New Era of Technology & Expansion 🎉
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Mobile Gaming Revolution 📱
Year Event 2012 The introduction of mobile apps for online casinos. -
Regulation in New Jurisdictions 🌍
Year Event 2014 Online gambling becomes regulated in New Jersey and other U.S. states.
2020s: Current Trends and Innovations 🌐
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Growth in Cryptocurrency Casinos 💰
Year Event 2020 The rise of online casinos accepting cryptocurrencies for betting. -
Virtual Reality Integration 🕶️
Year Event 2023 Introduction of VR technology to enhance the online gambling experience.
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