1990s: The Dawn of Online Gambling
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1994: The Caribbean Isla of Antiguan & Barbuda passes the Free Trade & Processing Act. 🎰
Event Description First License Granted The first online casino license is issued, paving the way for the online gambling industry. -
1996: The launch of the first online casino, InterCasino. 🌐
Event Description InterCasino Launches The first online casino opens its doors, attracting global players.
2000s: Regulation and Growth
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2006: The Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (UIGEA) is enacted. ⚖️
Event Description Impact of UIGEA The law restricts financial transactions related to online gambling, impacting many US players. -
2008: The rise of mobile gambling. 📱
Event Description Mobile Casinos Emerged Innovators create mobile-optimized casinos, leading to widespread adoption.
2010s: The Legalization Movement
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2013: New Jersey legalizes online gambling. 🏛️
Event Description New Jersey Online Gambling New Jersey becomes the first state to regulate online gambling, spurring other states to follow suit. -
2016: California considers online poker legislation. ♠️
Event Description Online Poker Bill Introduced State lawmakers debate the regulation of online poker, reflecting growing interest in California.
2020s: Current Landscape
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2021: The launch of the first legal online casinos in Michigan. 🌟
Event Description Michigan Goes Live Michigan successfully launches regulated online gambling, highlighting the expansion of the industry. -
2023: Continued discussions on California online casino regulations. 📜
Event Description California Legislation Updates Efforts to legalize and regulate online casinos are ongoing, creating potential future opportunities.