1990s: The Birth of Online Casinos 🎰
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Introduction of Online Gambling Platforms
Year Event 1994 The first online casino is launched in Antigua and Barbuda. 1996 The popular casino software provider Microgaming goes live.
2000s: Expansion and Regulation 📜
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Growth of Online Casino Industry
Year Event 2001 The rise of online poker rooms leading to increased online gambling popularity. 2006 U.S. Congress passes the Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (UIGEA).
2010s: The Era of Mobile and Live Dealer Games 📱
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Technological Advances
Year Event 2010 Mobile gaming becomes a significant part of online casinos. 2013 The first live dealer casino games are introduced.
2020s: Further Innovations and Legal Developments 🌐
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Modernization of Online Gambling
Year Event 2020 The COVID-19 pandemic boosts online gambling in many countries. 2021 More jurisdictions start to regulate and legalize online gambling.
Conclusion: The Future of Online Casinos 🚀
The online casino industry is continually evolving with technological advancements and legal changes across the globe, promising a dynamic future for online gambling enthusiasts.