1990s – The Birth of Online Gambling
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Event Date Description Launch of the First Online Casino 🎰 1994 The first online casino, ‘InterCasino,’ opened, marking the start of online gambling. Legal Framework Established ⚖️ 1996 The Kahnawake Gaming Commission in Canada was established to regulate online gaming.
2000s – Rapid Growth and Regulation
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Event Date Description The UIGEA Enacts 🚓 2006 The Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act was passed in the USA, impacting online casinos. Emergence of Live Dealer Casinos 🎥 2008 Live dealer online casinos were launched, creating a more immersive gaming experience.
2010s – Innovation and Expansion
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Event Date Description Rise of Mobile Gambling 📱 2010 Mobile gambling apps began to proliferate, allowing players to gamble on the go. Legalization in New Jersey 🎉 2013 New Jersey became one of the first states in the USA to regulate online gambling.
2020s – Current Trends and Future Outlook
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Event Date Description Virtual Reality Casinos 🥽 2020 The introduction of VR technology into online casinos began to reshape player experiences. Legislation in Various States 🏛️ 2021 Multiple states in the USA continued to legalize online gambling, expanding the market.