💻 1990s: The Dawn of Online Gambling
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🗓️ Year 📍 Event 📈 Impact 1994 First online gambling license issued in Antigua Laid the foundation for online casinos globally 1996 Launching of the first online casino Initiated the online gaming revolution
🕹️ 2000s: Growth and Expansion
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🗓️ Year 📍 Event 📈 Impact 2000 The introduction of secure payment systems Increased player trust in online casinos 2006 US Congress passes the Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (UIGEA) Restricted American players from accessing online casinos
🔍 2010s: Legalization and Regulation in Ontario
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🗓️ Year 📍 Event 📈 Impact 2010 Ontario introduces regulations for online gaming Set standards for fair play and player protection 2016 Launch of PlayOLG, Ontario’s official online gaming site Provided a legal platform for local players
🌐 2020s: Trends and Innovations
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🗓️ Year 📍 Event 📈 Impact 2021 Expansion of online casino offerings in Ontario Increased competition and variety for players 2023 Adoption of live dealer games and virtual reality casinos Enhanced gaming experience with improved technology