🕰️ 1990s: The Birth of Online Gambling
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💻 First Online Casino Launched (1994)
Date Event 1994 The first online casino, „InterCasino,” was launched, marking the start of the online gambling industry. -
📜 Legal Framework Established (1996)
Date Event 1996 The Antigua and Barbuda government passed the Free Trade & Processing Act, allowing online gambling licenses.
🚀 2000s: Growth and Expansion
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🏦 Major Casino Brands Enter Online Market (2001)
Date Event 2001 Well-known casino brands began launching their own online platforms, leveraging their reputation for trust. -
📈 Rise of Live Dealer Games (2006)
Date Event 2006 The introduction of live dealer games enhanced the online gambling experience, providing a more immersive environment.
🌍 2010s: Regulation and Legitimacy
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🔍 Increased Regulation (2011)
Date Event 2011 U.S. states began establishing regulations for online gambling, notably New Jersey legalizing online casinos. -
📱 Mobile Gambling Takes Off (2015)
Date Event 2015 Mobile casino apps gained popularity, allowing players to gamble on-the-go and expanding the audience.
🔮 2020s: Future Innovations
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🪙 Introduction of Cryptocurrency (2020)
Date Event 2020 Many online casinos started accepting cryptocurrencies, offering players more payment options and anonymity. -
🕶️ Virtual Reality Integration (2023)
Date Event 2023 Virtual reality casinos started emerging, offering an unprecedented immersive gambling experience.