💻 1990s: The Dawn of Online Gambling
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1994: The first online gaming license is issued in Antigua and Barbuda.
Event Impact Online Gambling License Legitimized online casinos, paving the way for legal online roulette. -
1996: The launch of the first online roulette game.
Event Impact First Online Roulette Game Introduced players to the convenience of playing roulette from home.
🌍 2000s: Expansion and Popularity
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2000: The establishment of eCOGRA (eCommerce and Online Gaming Regulation and Assurance).
Event Impact eCOGRA’s Formation Increased player trust through independent regulation and monitoring. -
2003: The introduction of live dealer roulette.
Event Impact Live Dealer Roulette Brought a more authentic casino experience to online gambling. -
2006: The Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (UIGEA) is passed in the US.
Event Impact UIGEA Enactment Restrictive measures led to a decline in US players at online roulette casinos.
🚀 2010s: The Rise of Mobile and Innovation
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2012: The launch of mobile-compatible online roulette games.
Event Impact Mobile Roulette Games Allowed players to enjoy roulette anytime and anywhere. -
2013: Online gambling legalization in New Jersey.
Event Impact NJ Online Gambling Legalization Opened the market for regulated online roulette in the US.
📈 2020s: Current Trends and Future Predictions
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2020: The rise of virtual reality (VR) in online roulette games.
Event Impact VR Roulette Games Enhanced immersive experiences for players through virtual environments. -
2023: Introduction of blockchain technology for fair gaming.
Event Impact Blockchain in Gaming Ensured transparency and fairness in online roulette outcomes.