1990s: The Birth of Online Casinos 🎰
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1994: The first online casino, Casino OnNet, is launched.
Event Description Launch of Casino OnNet This marked the beginning of online gambling. -
1996: The first online gambling website is established.
Event Description InterCasino One of the earliest online casinos to accept real money.
2000s: Rise of the Industry 💸
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2001: Introduction of regulatory bodies.
Event Description Creation of the Kahnawake Gaming Commission A significant step in the licensing of online casinos. -
2006: The Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (UIGEA) is enacted.
Event Description Impact of UIGEA New regulations impact US online gambling operators.
2010s: Technological Advancements 🚀
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2011: New Jersey proposes legalizing online gambling.
Event Description Legalization Drive Sets the stage for other states to consider online gambling. -
2017: Mobile gaming takes off.
Event Description Mobile Casino Apps Increased accessibility for players on mobile devices.
2020s: The Modern Era 🎉
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2020: The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Event Description Surge in Online Gambling Increased player engagement due to physical casino closures. -
2023: Rise of cryptocurrency in online casinos.
Event Description Crypto Payments More casinos begin accepting Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies.