📅 1990s: The Beginning of Online Gambling
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🎰 1994 – The First Online Casino Established
Event Description Launch of Microgaming Microgaming launched the first online casino, paving the way for online gambling. -
🔞 1996 – Legal Framework Established
Event Description Antigua and Barbuda Act This act allowed licenses for online gambling operators and marked the beginning of regulated online casinos.
🌐 2000s: Growth and Regulation
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📝 2006 – UIGEA Passed
Event Description Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act This act created barriers for online casinos in the U.S., affecting players and operators. -
🚀 2008 – Emergence of Mobile Casinos
Event Description Mobile Gaming Platforms Public demand for convenience led to the creation of mobile-friendly online casinos.
📈 2010s: Technological Advancements
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💻 2013 – New York Legalizes Online Poker
Event Description New York Online Poker Law This pivotal law marked a significant step towards comprehensive online gambling in New York. -
🔒 2017 – State Regulation Increases
Event Description Regulations for Online Gaming Various states begin to implement their own regulations, increasing consumer protection.
📆 2020s: The Current Landscape
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🕹️ 2021 – Full Online Casino Legislation
Event Description Ensuring Safe Gaming New York joins other states in legalizing full-fledged online casino gaming. -
📲 2023 – Technology & User Experience
Event Description Virtual Reality Casinos Emergence of virtual reality technology providing immersive gaming experiences for players.
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