💻 The Rise of Online Casinos (1994 – 2000)
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Year Event 1994 The First License: Antigua and Barbuda were the first to issue licenses for online casinos. 1996 First Online Casino Launch: The first online casino, InterCasino, went live. 1998 Join the Game: Microgaming launched its gaming software to support online gaming. 2000 Regulatory Changes: Governments around the world began to focus on regulating online gambling.
🔍 Growth and Regulation (2001 – 2010)
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Year Event 2001 Expansion of Online Casinos: More operators entered the market, significantly increasing options for players. 2006 Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act: The US imposed restrictions on online poker and casinos. 2009 Regulation in the UK: The UK Gambling Commission was established to regulate online gambling.
📈 The Mobile Revolution (2011 – 2020)
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Year Event 2011 Mobile Gaming Emerges: The rise of smartphones led to the launch of dedicated mobile casino apps. 2013 Legalization in New Jersey: New Jersey legalized online gambling, being a significant step in the US market. 2015 Live Dealer Games Introduced: Enhanced technology allowed live dealer games to become popular. 2020 Surge Due to Pandemic: The COVID-19 pandemic saw a significant increase in online gambling participation.
⚡ Current Trends and Future Prospects (2021 – Present)
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Year Event 2021 Crypto and Online Casinos: The rise of cryptocurrencies being accepted in casinos. 2022 Increased Regulation: More countries are regulating online gambling to ensure a fair environment. 2023 Virtual Reality Casinos: Introduction of immersive VR experiences changing the gaming landscape.