💻 The Rise of Online Casinos (1994-2000)
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1994: The first online casino, InterCasino, launches.
Event Description InterCasino Launch Introduced online gambling to the masses, setting the stage for future growth. -
1996: The establishment of the first online gambling regulations.
Event Description First Regulations Introduced guidelines helping to build trust in online gambling. -
1998: Introduction of game variety with the launch of poker sites.
Event Description Poker Sites Launch Expanded player base through interactive gaming experiences. -
2000: Online gambling shifts into the mainstream.
Event Description Mainstream Shift Online casinos gained significant popularity and public interest.
🛡️ Regulation and Legitimacy (2001-2010)
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2001: The formation of the Kahnawake Gaming Commission.
Event Description Kahnawake Gaming Commission Regulated online casinos to ensure fair play and security. -
2006: The Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (UIGEA) is enacted in the USA.
Event Description UIGEA Enactment Impacted online gambling operations and the clarity of legal standings. -
2010: The introduction of live dealer games.
Event Description Live Dealer Games Enhanced user experience with real-time interaction.
📈 Technological Advancements and Global Expansion (2011-Present)
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2012: The first state-regulated online gambling sites launch in the USA.
Event Description State-Regulated Sites Brought legitimacy and regulatory oversight to online gambling. -
2015: Mobile gambling apps become mainstream.
Event Description Mobile Gambling Apps Enabled players to gamble conveniently anytime, anywhere. -
2020: The impact of COVID-19 accelerates the growth of online casinos.
Event Description COVID-19 Impact Online gambling saw a significant surge as land-based casinos closed.