📅 2000s: The Rise of Online Gambling
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2006: The Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (UIGEA) 📜
Event Description UIGEA Enactment The U.S. government passed UIGEA, restricting online gambling transactions, shaping the future of gambling apps. -
2008: Launch of Popular Gambling Apps 🎰
Event Description First Mobile Casino Apps Major online casinos began launching mobile-friendly apps, allowing users to gamble from their smartphones.
📅 2010s: Expansion and Regulation
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2011: Regulation in the US States 🏛️
Event Description Legalization in New Jersey New Jersey became one of the first states to regulate online gambling, paving the way for others. -
2013: Emergence of Real Money Gambling Apps 💵
Event Description Launch of Real Money Apps Various companies introduced real money gambling apps, gaining popularity among users seeking convenience. -
2018: Supreme Court Sheds Light on Sports Betting ⚖️
Event Description PASPA Repeal The repeal of the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act opened the market for sports betting apps across the US.
📅 2020s: Advancements and Innovations
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2020: COVID-19 and the Gambling Boom 📈
Event Description Increase in Users With lockdown measures in place, online gambling apps saw a significant surge in user engagement and revenue. -
2023: Rise of Cryptocurrency Gambling 💰
Event Description Integration of Cryptocurrencies Many gambling apps began accepting cryptocurrencies as payment, enhancing user privacy and transaction speed.