📜 Early Beginnings of Online Casinos (1990-2000)
- 1994: Antigua and Barbuda pass the Free Trade & Processing Act, allowing online gambling licenses.
- 1996: The first online casino, *InterCasino*, is launched, paving the way for future gaming sites.
- 1998: The introduction of the first online poker room attracts a large number of players.
| Year | Event |
|---|---|
| 1994 | Antigua and Barbuda allows online gambling licenses. |
| 1996 | Launch of InterCasino, the first online casino. |
| 1998 | First online poker room opens. |
⚖️ Regulation and Growth (2001-2010)
- 2006: The Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (UIGEA) is enacted in the US.
- 2008: The launch of Revolution Gaming and various software advancements.
- 2010: The first legal online poker site in the US goes live in New Jersey.
| Year | Event |
|---|---|
| 2006 | UIGEA is enacted, affecting many online gambling platforms. |
| 2008 | Software innovations lead to the rise of Revolution Gaming. |
| 2010 | New Jersey opens the first legal online poker site in the US. |
🌍 Global Expansion and Technological Advancements (2011-Present)
- 2013: The UK introduces new regulations for online gaming, ensuring player safety.
- 2017: The US Supreme Court allows states to regulate sports betting, leading to an online sports betting boom.
- 2020: The COVID-19 pandemic accelerates the shift to online gaming, with record numbers of players.
| Year | Event |
|---|---|
| 2013 | UK establishes new online gaming regulations. |
| 2017 | US sports betting legalized, increasing online gambling options. |
| 2020 | COVID-19 pandemic leads to a surge in online casino activity. |