🕰️ Ancient to Early Modern Period
- 🗓️ 2000 BC: The first known gambling activities in Mesopotamia.
Event Description Origins of Dice Archaeological discoveries reveal dice made from knucklebones were used for games of chance. - 💰 1331: The introduction of gambling regulations in England.
Event Description First Gambling Law The first law in England that briefly regulated gambling activities is enacted.
🎩 19th Century Developments
- 🏛️ 1850: Establishment of the first licensed gaming house in Paris.
Event Description Casino Regulation France introduces licenses for gaming houses, attempting to oversee gambling practices. - 🇺🇸 1931: Nevada legalizes gambling.
Event Description Regulation in the USA Nevada passes a law to regulate gambling, leading to the establishment of Las Vegas as a gambling hub.
📈 The Modern Era of Gambling Licenses
- 🖥️ 1994: The first online gambling license is issued.
Event Description Antigua and Barbuda Antigua and Barbuda becomes the first jurisdiction to regulate online gambling. - 🌐 2005: The UK Gambling Act is implemented.
Event Description Comprehensive Regulation The UK introduces a comprehensive framework for all forms of gambling, both online and offline. - 🎮 2010: Expansions of licenses to various jurisdictions globally.
Event Description International Regulation Countries like Malta and Gibraltar become significant players in issuing gambling licenses to online operators.