🏛️ Early Beginnings of Online Gambling (1990s)
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1994: The first online casino is established, setting the stage for real money gambling online.
Event Description Creation of Microgaming Microgaming launches the first online casino software, allowing players to gamble over the internet. -
1996: The first online poker room goes live.
Event Description Planet Poker Becomes the first platform for playing poker online for real money, attracting players worldwide.
💰 Expansion of the Industry (2000s)
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2000: The introduction of the Internet Gambling Prohibition Act.
Event Description IGPA Proposal The proposal aimed to prohibit all forms of online gambling in the U.S., sparking debates on regulation. -
2006: The Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (UIGEA) is passed.
Event Description UIGEA Implementation This act restricts online gambling transactions, prompting changes in the industry.
📈 Modern Era: Growth and Regulation (2010s)
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2011: Regulation reforms begin in various U.S. states.
Event Description New Jersey Legalization New Jersey becomes one of the first states to legalize online gambling, paving the way for other states. -
2018: The Supreme Court strikes down PASPA.
Event Description PASPA Repeal The repeal allows states to regulate sports betting, fueling further growth in the online gambling sector.
🌐 Recent Developments in Online Casinos (2020s)
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2020: Surge in online gambling due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Event Description Popularization of Online Casinos With physical casinos closed, many players turn to online platforms for their gambling needs. -
2023: Advancements in technology.
Event Description Introduction of Live Dealer Games Live dealer casinos enhance user experience with interactive gaming, resembling real-life casino atmospheres.