Business Consulting & Partners Tomasz Strykowski

1990s: The Birth of Online Casinos

• 💻 1994: The first online casino, „InterCasino,” is launched, offering a limited selection of games.
• 🎲 1996: The Kahnawake Gaming Commission is established in Canada, becoming one of the first regulatory authorities for online gambling.
• 📈 1999: The introduction of secure online payment systems boosts player confidence in online casinos.

Year	Event
1994	Launch of InterCasino
1996	Kahnawake Gaming Commission founded
1999	Secure payment systems introduced

2000s: Expansion and Regulation

• 📜 2000: The Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (UIGEA) is proposed, aiming to restrict online gambling.
• 🏛️ 2006: The UIGEA is passed, leading many online casinos to stop serving US players.
• 🌍 2008: The Global Gambling Industry shifts as several brands adapt to new legislation.

Year	Event
2000	UIGEA proposed
2006	UIGEA passes
2008	Industry adjusts to new laws

2010s: A New Era for Online Gambling

• 📅 2011: The Department of Justice clarifies that the Wire Act only applies to sports betting, opening doors for online poker and casinos.
• 🎉 2012: New Jersey legalizes online gambling, becoming one of the first US states to offer regulated online casinos.
• 💰 2018: The Supreme Court of the United States strikes down PASPA, allowing states to legalize sports betting and further expanding online gambling.

Year	Event
2011	DOJ clarifies Wire Act applicability
2012	New Jersey legalizes online gambling
2018	Supreme Court strikes down PASPA

2020s: Current Trends and Future Outlook

• 🌐 2020: Remote gambling becomes increasingly popular due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
• 📲 2021: Continued advancements in technology, including live dealer games, enhance the online casino experience.
• 🔮 2023: More states consider legalization of online casinos, and the industry continues to evolve with new regulations and innovations.

Year	Event
2020	Surge in remote gambling
2021	Advancements in live gaming tech
2023	More states move to legalize online casinos