🔍 Early Days of Online Casinos (1994-2000)
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🎰 Launch of Microgaming (1994)
Event Description Founding of Microgaming Microgaming became the first company to create a true online casino software. -
⚖️ The Internet Gambling Prohibition Act (1996)
Event Description Legislative Action The US Congress attempted to prohibit online gambling, highlighting concerns over fairness and rigged games. -
🛡️ Introduction of Random Number Generators (RNG) (2000)
Event Description RNG Technology Casino operators began using RNG to ensure fair play, aiming to dispel suspicions of rigging.
📈 The Rise of Regulation and Player Awareness (2001-2010)
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🌍 Formation of eCOGRA (2003)
Event Description eCOGRA Establishment eCommerce and Online Gaming Regulation and Assurance was established to promote fair gaming. -
🔒 The Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (2006)
Event Description Legislation Passed This act advanced regulations and worried players about the integrity of online casinos. -
📊 Consumer Awareness Campaigns (2009)
Event Description Player Education Campaigns intensified to inform players about fair play and prevent rigging perceptions.
🚀 Advancements and Maturation (2011-Present)
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📜 Licensing Reforms (2014)
Event Description State Licensing Various states in the US began regulating online gambling, increasing transparency. -
👍 Implementation of Blockchain Technology (2017)
Event Description Blockchain in Gaming Use of blockchain helped to enhance trust in online casinos, showcasing fair play. -
🔍 Ongoing Investigations into Rigging Claims (2021-Present)
Event Description Scrutiny and Trust Continuous reviews ensure online casinos maintain integrity, responding to rigging suspicions.
