🕰️ The Evolution of Online Real Money Casinos
1990s: The Birth of Online Gambling
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1994: Antigua and Barbuda Passes the Free Trade and Processing Act
Event Description Legal Framework This act allowed for the licensing of online gambling, paving the way for online casinos. -
1996: The First Online Casino is Established
Event Description InterCasino Launch InterCasino became the first online casino to accept real money wagers.
2000s: The Rise of Online Casino Platforms
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2001: Microgaming Introduces the First Mobile Casino
Event Description Mobile Gaming This marked the beginning of mobile gambling, allowing players to gamble on the go. -
2006: The United States Enacts the Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (UIGEA)
Event Description Legal Restrictions The UIGEA imposed strict regulations, affecting many online casinos operating in the US.
2010s: Expansion and Regulation
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2012: New Jersey Legalizes Online Gambling
Event Description State Regulation New Jersey became the first US state to regulate online gambling, setting a precedent. -
2018: The Supreme Court Strikes Down PASPA
Event Description Expanded Legalization This ruling allowed states to legalize sports betting, increasing online gambling opportunities.
2020s: The Technological Revolution
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2020: Rise of Live Dealer Games
Event Description Enhanced Experience Live dealer games became popular, offering players a more immersive gaming experience. -
2021: Growth of Cryptocurrency Casinos
Event Description New Payment Methods Crypto casinos emerged, allowing players to gamble using Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies.