🕹️ Early Beginnings (1990s)
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1994 – The First Online Casino 🎰
Event Details Launch of Microgaming Microgaming, the first online casino software provider, was launched, paving the way for other online casinos. -
1996 – The First Live Dealer Games 🎥
Event Details Introduction of Live Dealer Technology Online casinos began to offer live dealer games, allowing players to interact with real dealers.
🌐 The Growth Phase (2000s)
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2000 – Legalization and Regulation ⚖️
Event Details Legal Frameworks Established The establishment of licensing jurisdictions began, enhancing trust in online casinos. -
2006 – The Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act 📜
Event Details US Regulation Impact This act prohibited the transfer of money for online gambling, affecting many casinos.
📲 The Mobile Era (2010s)
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2010 – Rise of Mobile Casinos 📱
Event Details Launch of Mobile Platforms Major casinos optimized their sites for mobile devices, catering to a growing audience. -
2018 – Legalization in More Regions ✊
Event Details New Jersey Legalizes Online Casinos New Jersey’s legalization set a precedent for other states to follow in the US.
🚀 Modern Innovations (2020s)
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2020 – Introduction of Cryptocurrency in Gambling 💰
Event Details Adoption of Bitcoin and Altcoins Many online casinos started accepting cryptocurrencies, enhancing security and anonymity. -
2023 – Rise of Virtual Reality Casinos 🌌
Event Details VR Gambling Experiences Virtual reality technology began to revolutionize online gaming, offering immersive experiences.