🌐 Early Development of Online Casinos (1990s)
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1994: The Birth of Online Gambling 🎉
Event Description First License Issued The government of Antigua and Barbuda issued the first online gambling license. -
1996: Launch of the First Online Casino 🃏
Event Description InterCasino Goes Live InterCasino becomes one of the first online casinos to operate, offering a range of games.
💻 Rise of Popularity (2000s)
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2003: Introduction of Online Casino Codes 🔑
Event Description Bonuses and Promo Codes Various online casinos start using codes to attract new players and retain existing ones. -
2006: Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (UIGEA) 📜
Event Description Legislation Passed The UIGEA is passed in the USA, impacting many online casinos and their operations.
📲 Modern Era (2010s and Beyond)
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2011: Revival of Online Gambling 🌟
Event Description States Start Regulation Various states in the USA begin to regulate online gambling, leading to its resurgence. -
2018: Supreme Court Ruling on Sports Betting ⚖️
Event Description Legalization of Sports Betting The U.S. Supreme Court rules to allow states to legalize sports betting. -
2020: Emergence of Online Casinos during Pandemic 🦠
Event Description Surge in Popularity With physical casinos closed, online casinos experience a significant increase in player numbers.