🕰️ 1990s: The Birth of Online Casinos
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🎰 Launch of the First Online Casino
Year Event 1994 The first online casino, Gaming Club, was launched. -
💻 Introduction of Software Providers
Year Event 1996 Microgaming develops the first online casino software.
🌏 2000s: Expansion and Regulation
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🔍 Regulatory Frameworks Established
Year Event 2001 The Kahnawake Gaming Commission was established for online gaming regulation. -
📈 Rise in Popularity
Year Event 2006 Passage of the Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (UIGEA) in the U.S.
🚀 2010s: Technological Advancements
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📱 Mobile Gaming Revolution
Year Event 2010 The first mobile casino games were introduced. -
💳 Introduction of Cryptocurrency
Year Event 2014 Many online casinos begin accepting Bitcoin.
🔮 2020s: Ongoing Evolution
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🌐 Live Dealer Games Integration
Year Event 2020 Live dealer games gain immense popularity among players. -
🛡️ Increased Focus on Regulation
Year Event 2021 Countries increase the regulation and taxation of online gambling platforms.