🎰 The Birth of Online Casinos (1994-1999)
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📅 1994: Antigua and Barbuda’s Gaming Act
Event Description Legalization This act allowed the establishment of online gaming licenses, paving the way for online casinos. -
📅 1996: First Online Casino
Event Description InterCasino Launch InterCasino became the first true online casino, offering a range of games. -
📅 1998: Microgaming’s Contribution
Event Description Software Development Microgaming developed the first downloadable online casino software, enhancing user experience.
💻 Rise of Online Gambling (2000-2006)
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📅 2000: Emergence of Legal Issues
Event Description Law Changes The U.S. government began to scrutinize online gambling, raising questions about legality. -
📅 2006: Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (UIGEA)
Event Description Legislation Passed UIGEA imposed strict regulations on online gambling transactions, affecting many casinos.
📈 Modern Era of Online Casinos (2011-Present)
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📅 2011: DOJ Opinion on Online Gambling
Event Description Clarification The Department of Justice clarified that the Wire Act applies only to sports betting. -
📅 2013: New Jersey Legalizes Online Gambling
Event Description Legalization New Jersey became the first state to legalize online gambling, leading to a significant market. -
📅 2021: Online Gambling Expansion
Event Description Market Growth Many states began to regulate and expand their online gambling markets, boosting revenue.