🕰️ Early History of Online Gambling (1994 – 2000)
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💻 Launch of the First Online Casino
Year Event 1994 The first online casino, Microgaming, was established, allowing users to play casino games over the Internet. -
🏛️ Legal Framework Starts to Form
Year Event 1996 The first gaming regulations were established in Antigua and Barbuda, paving the way for licensing online casinos. -
🪙 Rise of Real Money Gaming
Year Event 1999 Real money gambling gained popularity with the emergence of several online gambling sites.
📈 Growth and Regulation (2001 – 2010)
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🔒 Introduction of Security Measures
Year Event 2001 Online casinos began implementing advanced encryption technologies to ensure secure transactions. -
🛡️ UIGEA Legislation in the USA
Year Event 2006 The Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (UIGEA) was passed, impacting online gambling operations in the USA. -
🌍 Global Expansion
Year Event 2010 Countries around the world began legalizing and regulating online gambling, increasing market size and legitimacy.
🚀 Modern Era of Online Gambling (2011 – Present)
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📱 Mobile Gaming Boom
Year Event 2012 Mobile casinos emerged, allowing players to gamble on their smartphones and tablets, greatly increasing accessibility. -
🖥️ Live Dealer Games
Year Event 2013 Live dealer technology became mainstream, offering a more immersive casino experience online. -
🌐 Cryptocurrency and Online Casinos
Year Event 2020 Several online casinos began accepting cryptocurrencies, enhancing transaction security and privacy.