Business Consulting & Partners Tomasz Strykowski

📅 The Origins of Online Casinos (1990s)

• 1994: The first online casino is launched in Antigua and Barbuda.
• 1996: The first major online gambling site, InterCasino, goes live.
• 1999: The introduction of software that allowed players to play over the internet.

Year	Event
1994	The first online casino is launched.
1996	InterCasino becomes a pioneer in online gambling.
1999	Software advancements facilitate internet play.

🌟 The Rise of Vegas Casino Online (2000s)

• 2003: The establishment of numerous online casinos mimicking Vegas.
• 2006: The US Congress passes the Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act.
• 2009: The emergence of live dealer games.

Year	Significant Development
2003	Many sites offer Vegas-style gaming experiences.
2006	Legal challenges lead to sweeping changes in the industry.
2009	Introduction of live dealer technology enhances the gaming experience.

🎰 Modern Era and Innovation (2010s)

• 2011: Black Friday affects several major online poker sites.
• 2013: New Jersey legalizes online gambling, sparking a wave of legalization.
• 2018: The US Supreme Court lifts the ban on sports betting.

Year	Key Event
2011	Black Friday affects the online poker landscape.
2013	New Jersey becomes a leader in online gambling legalization.
2018	The repeal of the sports betting ban opens new markets.

🚀 The Future of Online Casinos (2020s and beyond)

• 2020: The pandemic boosts online gambling popularity.
• 2021: Rollout of cryptocurrencies in online casinos.
• Future Trends: Increased use of VR and AR in gaming experiences.

Year	Future Outlook
2020	Online gaming sees unprecedented growth due to COVID-19.
2021	Cryptocurrency usage becomes mainstream in online gambling.
Future	Embracing emerging technologies like VR/AR for gameplay.