📅 1990s: The Advent of Online Casinos
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Event Date First Online Casino Launched 1994 In 1994, the first online casino was launched, paving the way for the growth of the online gambling industry.
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Event Date Introduction of Microgaming Software 1994 Microgaming developed the first fully functional online casino, resulting in a massive increase in competition.
🔍 2000s: The Growth of Online Gambling
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Event Date Launch of UIGEA 2006 The Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (UIGEA) was enacted, impacting the online gambling landscape in the U.S.
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Event Date Introduction of Live Dealer Games 2009 Live dealer technology allowed players to interact with real dealers in real-time, enhancing the online experience.
🌐 2010s: Regulation and Technological Advancements
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Event Date Pennsylvania Legalizes Online Gambling 2017 With Pennsylvania’s move to legalize online gambling, other states began to reconsider their stances on online casinos.
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Event Date Emergence of Mobile Gambling 2018 Mobile gambling became increasingly popular, allowing users to play from anywhere at any time.
🚀 2020s: Current Trends and Future Outlook
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Event Date Legalization in Several States 2021 Several states legalized online casinos, making online gambling more accessible to a wider audience.
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Event Date Adoption of Cryptocurrency 2022 Many online casinos began to accept cryptocurrencies, catering to a new generation of tech-savvy players.
