🧳 1990s: The Beginnings of Online Gambling
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🎮 Launch of the First Online Casinos
1994 The first online casino, Microgaming, begins operating. -
🌍 First Licensing
1996 Antigua and Barbuda became the first jurisdiction to issue online gambling licenses.
📈 2000s: Expansion and Regulation
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🔞 U.S. Legislation
2006 The Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (UIGEA) is enacted in the U.S. -
🌐 Global Growth
2001 Online gambling expands internationally with many new sites emerging.
🏆 2010s: Technological Advancements
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📱 Rise of Mobile Gaming
2012 Mobile gambling apps become popular among users. -
🖥️ Live Dealer Games
2013 Live dealer games offered, enhancing the online experience with real-time interaction.
🌟 2020s: Current Trends
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🔍 Increased Regulations
2021 Many jurisdictions, including Canada and the UK, tightened regulations on online gambling. -
🎉 Rise of Cryptocurrency
2022 Online casinos began accepting cryptocurrencies, providing more payment options.
📜 Conclusion
Online casinos have undergone significant transformations over the last few decades. Understanding these milestones helps us appreciate the industry’s evolution and its future potential.