Early Beginnings (1990s)
Event Description Date First Online Casino 🌐 The launch of the first real money online casino, « InterCasino ». 1996 Event Description Date Introduction of 🔒 SSL Encryption Online casinos began implementing SSL encryption for secure transactions. 1999
Growth and Regulation (2000s)
Event Description Date Jurisdictional Laws 📜 Gambling commissions set regulations for online gambling. 2001 Event Description Date Live Dealer Games 🎥 Introduction of live dealer games, enhancing the online experience. 2003 Event Description Date Legislation Shifts ⚖️ The Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act is enacted in the US. 2006
Technological Advancements (2010s)
Event Description Date Mobile Gaming 📱 Rise of mobile casinos allowing gambling on smartphones. 2010 Event Description Date Bitcoin Integration 💰 Online casinos begin accepting cryptocurrencies as a payment method. 2014
Modern Era (2020s)
Event Description Date Virtual Reality Casinos 🕶️ Emergence of virtual reality casinos, transforming the online experience. 2020 Event Description Date Enhanced Security Protocols 🔐 Advanced security measures are implemented to protect player data. 2022 Event Description Date Legalization Waves 🌍 Many regions begin to legalize online gambling, expanding the market. 2023