📅 1990s – The Birth of Online Casinos
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🖥️ Launch of the First Online Casino
Year Event 1994 The first online casino, offering real money gaming, was launched in Antigua. -
💻 Emergence of Gambling Software
Year Event 1996 The introduction of high-quality gaming software revolutionized online gambling.
📅 2000s – Regulation and Growth
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📝 Introduction of Laws
Year Event 2006 The UIGEA (Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act) was enacted in the USA. -
🌍 Expansion of Online Gambling
Year Event 2008 More online casinos began to accept players from the U.S., despite regulatory challenges.
📅 2010s – Technological Advancements
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📱 Mobile Gambling Revolution
Year Event 2011 The launch of mobile-compatible casino games changed how users accessed online gambling. -
🔒 Increased Security Measures
Year Event 2014 The implementation of SSL encryption became standard for protecting player data.
📅 2020s – The Rise of Legalization
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🏛️ States Legalizing Online Casinos
Year Event 2020 More states in the U.S. began to legalize online casinos and sports betting. -
💼 Emergence of Major Brands
Year Event 2021 Big-name companies entered the online casino market, enhancing competition.