🏛 Historical Overview of Online Casinos in Australia
1990s – The Emergence of Online Gambling
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1994: The First Online Casino Launched
Event Description Launch of Microgaming Microgaming developed the first online casino software, opening up opportunities for online gambling in Australia. -
1996: Australian Online Gambling Regulation
Event Description First Australian licenses Australia starts regulating online casinos which allowed operators to offer real money gambling legally.
2000s – Expansion and Regulation
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2001: Interactive Gambling Act
Event Description Implementation of laws This act prohibited online casinos from offering services to Australian citizens, yet many international operators continued to do so. -
2005: Rise in Popularity
Event Description Increased Internet Penetration The growth of internet usage in Australia led to a surge in players, expanding the online casino market.
2010s – A New Era for Online Casinos
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2017: Expansion of Licensed Operators
Event Description New Licensing Australian states began licensing additional online gambling providers, enhancing the choices for players. -
2019: Emergence of Mobile Gambling
Event Description Mobile Casino Apps With the advent of smartphones, mobile gambling apps became immensely popular among Australian players.
2020s – The Current Landscape
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2020: Increased Regulatory Scrutiny
Event Description Focus on Responsible Gambling Regulatory bodies increase measures to promote responsible gambling and protect players. -
2023: Growth Continues
Event Description Technological Advances New technologies such as blockchain and live dealer games are reshaping the online casino experience.
For more information, check out the Australian Gambling Authority.