🔍 1990s: The Birth of Online Casinos
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1994: The first online casino, Gaming Club, launches.
Event Description Launch of Gaming Club Introduced an online platform for traditional casino games. -
1996: The introduction of the first online poker rooms.
Event Description First Online Poker Rooms Allowed players to compete against each other over the Internet.
🌍 2000s: Expansion and Regulation
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2000: The Interactive Gaming Act is passed in the US Virgin Islands.
Event Description US Virgin Islands Legislation Provided a regulatory framework for online gambling. -
2006: The Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (UIGEA) is enacted in the US.
Event Description UIGEA Passes Prohibited online gambling transactions in the US.
📈 2010s: Technological Advancements and Global Growth
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2011: Black Friday shakes the online poker community.
Event Description Black Friday Major legal crackdown on online poker sites in the US. -
2017: The repeal of PASPA opens up sports betting.
Event Description PASPA Repeal Allowed individual states to regulate sports betting.
🚀 2020s: The Era of Mobile and Innovations
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2020: The surge of mobile casinos and live dealer games.
Event Description Mobile Casinos Rise Increased accessibility and convenience for players globally. -
2023: The adoption of blockchain and cryptocurrencies in online gaming platforms.
Event Description Blockchain Integration Enhanced security and transparency for players.
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