🕰️ 1994 – The Birth of Online Gambling
- First online casino, InterCasino, opens its doors.
- Introduction of the Gaming Control Act in Antigua and Barbuda, paving the way for licensing online casinos.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Launch of InterCasino | 1994 |
| Gaming Control Act | 1994 |
🎰 2000 – Growth of the Online Casino Market
- More than 200 online casinos become operational.
- Introduction of various game variations including blackjack and roulette.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Increase in online casinos | 2000 |
| Diversity in games introduced | 2000 |
🔒 2006 – Regulation Tightens
- Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (UIGEA) is enacted in the U.S.
- Many online casinos begin to restrict U.S. players.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| UIGEA Enactment | 2006 |
| Withdrawal of U.S. players by casinos | 2006 |
🌍 2011 – Resurgence of Online Gambling
- New Jersey and other states push for legalized online gambling.
- Full tilt poker and other brands emerge, expanding options for players.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| New Jersey Legalizes Online Gambling | 2011 |
| Emergence of popular brands | 2011 |
💻 2020s – The Rise of the Mobile Casino
- Smartphones and tablets become primary devices for online gambling.
- Live dealer games gain immense popularity, providing a more immersive experience.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Mobile gambling prevalence | 2020s |
| Growth of live dealer games | 2020s |