🏁 Early Developments (1990s)
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🌐 Launch of Online Gambling
Year Event 1994 The first online casinos were established in Antigua and Barbuda. -
📅 First US Online Casino
Year Event 1996 InterCasino became the first online casino to accept real money bets in the USA.
📈 Growth & Regulation (2000s)
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⚖️ UIGEA Act
Year Event 2006 The Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (UIGEA) was passed, impacting online gaming in the US. -
🌍 Emergence of International Casinos
Year Event 2008 Many online casinos began catering specifically to US players despite legal uncertainties.
🎉 Legalization Efforts (2010s)
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🏛️ New Jersey Legalizes Online Gambling
Year Event 2013 New Jersey became the first US state to legalize online casinos, paving the way for others. -
🏆 Rise of State-by-State Legislation
Year Event 2017 Delaware and Pennsylvania followed suit, expanding legal online gaming.
🚀 Current Trends (2020s)
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💻 Mobile Gaming Boom
Year Event 2020 Mobile gaming became the dominant platform for online casinos in the US. -
📈 Expansion During the Pandemic
Year Event 2021 The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated the growth of online casinos, with record revenue reported.