💼 1990s: The Birth of Online Gambling
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📅 1994: The First Online Casino Launch
Event Description Launch of Microgaming The very first online casino, called „The Gaming Club,“ opens its doors, allowing players to gamble from the comfort of their homes. -
📅 1996: The First Online Sportsbook
Event Description Intertops Launches Intertops becomes the first online sportsbook, signaling a significant expansion in online gambling options.
🌐 2000s: Expansion and Regulation
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📅 2006: The Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (UIGEA)
Event Description Legislation Passed The UIGEA is enacted in the United States, making it illegal for financial institutions to process transactions related to online gambling. -
📅 2008: Emergence of Live Dealer Games
Event Description Live Casino Launch Online casinos start offering live dealer games, enhancing the gaming experience by providing real-time interaction.
📈 2010s: Technological Advancements
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📅 2011: Surge of Mobile Gambling
Event Description Mobile Casino Apps With the rise of smartphones, several online casinos launch mobile applications, allowing players to gamble on the go. -
📅 2018: Legalization in New Jersey
Event Description New Jersey Legalizes Online Gambling New Jersey’s legalization of online gambling sets a precedent for other states in the U.S. to follow.
🔮 2020s: The Future of Online Casinos
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📅 2020: Introduction of Cryptocurrency in Gambling
Event Description Crypto Casinos Emerge Online casinos start accepting cryptocurrencies, allowing for secure and anonymous transactions. -
📅 2023: Expansion of Virtual Reality Casinos
Event Description VR Gaming Experience Online casinos introduce virtual reality features, providing an immersive gaming experience unlike any other.