💻 The Rise of Online Gambling (1990s)
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🎰 1994: The First Online Casino
Event Description First Online Casino Launch In 1994, the first online casino, InterCasino, was launched, marking the start of online gambling. -
🌍 1996: Regulation Begins
Event Description Regulatory Developments Antigua and Barbuda became the first jurisdiction to license online gambling, paving the way for the sector’s growth.
📈 Growth and Expansion (2000s)
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📰 2006: The Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (UIGEA)
Event Description UIGEA Enacted This act made it illegal for banks and financial institutions to process transactions related to online gambling, impacting many operators. -
🪙 2009: Return of Online Gambling
Event Description Black Friday The online poker industry faced major disruptions when federal authorities shut down major online poker sites.
🌐 Modern Era of Legitimacy (2010s)
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📜 2013: New Jersey Legalizes Online Gambling
Event Description Legalization Milestone New Jersey became the first state in the U.S. to legalize online gambling, setting an influential precedent. -
🕹️ 2017: Growth of Sports Betting
Event Description Supreme Court Ruling The U.S. Supreme Court ruled against federal sports betting prohibition, allowing states to regulate sports betting.
🔮 The Future of Online Gambling (2020s and Beyond)
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🚀 2020: Rise of Live Dealer Games
Event Description Innovation in Gaming Live dealer games surged in popularity, bringing the casino experience directly to players’ homes. -
🎮 2022: Integration of Cryptocurrency
Event Description Crypto Adoption Many gambling platforms began accepting cryptocurrencies, allowing for faster and more secure transactions.