🕰️ 1990s: The Birth of Online Casinos
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Year Event 1994 The first online casino, “InterCasino”, is launched. 1996 The first online slot game is created. 1999 The introduction of the first poker rooms opens new avenues for online gambling.
🎰 2000s: The Rise of Pokies
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Year Event 2001 Microgaming introduces the first progressive jackpot online pokies. 2003 Cryptologic becomes the first company to offer secure online gambling. 2006 The Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act passed in the US.
🌍 2010s: Expansion and Regulation
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Year Event 2011 Black Friday occurs, leading to strict regulations in online poker in the US. 2012 The UK Gambling Commission begins regulating online casinos. 2015 Several US states legalize online gambling, expanding the market.
🚀 2020s: The Technological Revolution
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Year Event 2020 The pandemic accelerates online casino growth worldwide. 2021 Introduction of live dealer pokies enhances player experience. 2023 Innovative technology like VR and AR start being integrated into online casinos.