🗽 1990s: The Genesis of Online Casinos
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🎰 1994: The First License Issued
Event Description Start of Online Gambling The government of Antigua and Barbuda grants the first online gambling license, setting the stage for the future of online casinos. -
🌍 1996: Launch of InterCasino
Event Description Pioneering Platform InterCasino becomes the first online casino to accept real money wagers, changing the landscape of gambling.
🗽 2000s: The Rise of Online Gambling
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📈 2003: Rapid Growth
Event Description Explosive Expansion Online casinos dramatically increase in number, fueled by technological advancements and growing internet access. -
🏛️ 2006: UIGEA Enacted
Event Description Regulation Changes The Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act restricts online casinos, creating significant challenges.
🗽 2010s: Legalization and Regulation
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⚖️ 2013: New Jersey Legalizes Online Gambling
Event Description Pioneer State New Jersey becomes the first state to legalize and regulate online casino gaming in the U.S. -
🏅 2018: Supreme Court Repeals PASPA
Event Description New Era The repeal of the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act allows states to legalize sports betting, paving the way for further online casino expansion.
🗽 2020s: Modern Developments in New York
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🖥️ 2021: Online Casinos Launch in New York
Event Description Legalization New York launches its first online casinos, creating a competitive market. -
🚀 2023: Continued Innovation
Event Description Technology Advances Incorporation of VR and AR technologies begins to transform the online casino experience.
