📅 Early 1990s: The Birth of Online Gambling
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1994: The first online casino, InterCasino, begins operation.
Key Event Description Launch of InterCasino InterCasino introduces the world to online gambling. -
1996: The advent of the first online slots.
Key Event Description Introduction of Online Slots First digital members-only slots appear, allowing players to spin from home.
📅 2000s: Technological Advancements
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2000: Introduction of downloadable casino software.
Key Event Description Downloadable Slots Players can now download software to access more games. -
2006: Legal changes in online gambling regulations.
Key Event Description Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act US legislation impacts online gambling operations and regulations.
📅 2010s: The Rise of Mobile Gaming
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2012: Mobile slots and casinos take off.
Key Event Description Mobile-Friendly Slots Casinos optimize games for smartphones and tablets, expanding their reach. -
2014: Emergence of live dealer slots.
Key Event Description Live Dealer Integration Players can engage with live dealers in real-time, enhancing the gaming experience.
📅 2020s: Innovations and Growth
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2020: Advent of virtual reality slots.
Key Event Description VR Slots Virtual reality technology begins to revolutionize online slot gaming. -
2023: Cryptocurrency casinos become mainstream.
Key Event Description Crypto Payment Integration Casinos start accepting cryptocurrencies, providing greater anonymity for players.