💻 1990s: The Birth of Online Gambling
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📅 1994: Licensing and Regulation
Event Details First Online Casino The first online casino license was issued in Antigua and Barbuda, marking the start of the online gambling industry. -
📅 1996: Emergence of Sports Betting
Event Details Online Sports Betting Introduced The launch of online sportsbooks catered to the growing interest in betting on sports events.
🎉 2000s: Rapid Growth and Popularization
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📅 2003: Introduction of Sports Illustrated Online Casino
Event Details Launch of Sports Illustrated Online Casino Sports Illustrated enters the online gambling space, attracting sports fans with unique casino offerings. -
📅 2006: Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (UIGEA)
Event Details Legislation Changes The UIGEA was implemented, affecting the operations of many online casinos and sportsbooks.
📈 2010s: Technological Advancements
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📅 2012: New Jersey Legalizes Internet Gambling
Event Details Regulatory Changes New Jersey becomes one of the first states in the USA to legalize online casino games, leading to market expansion. -
📅 2015: Mobile Gambling Boom
Event Details Smartphone and Tablet Apps The rise of mobile devices revolutionizes online gambling, promoting accessibility and convenience.
🔮 2020s: Current Trends and Future Outlook
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📅 2020: Pandemic Effects
Event Details Surge in Online Gambling The COVID-19 pandemic drives an increase in online betting and gaming, as physical locations close for safety. -
📅 2023: Integration of Cryptocurrency
Event Details Crypto Casinos Many online casinos, including Sports Illustrated, start accepting cryptocurrencies, appealing to a tech-savvy audience.