📜 Early Beginnings (Pre-2000)
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🏛️ Introduction of Online Gambling
Year: 1994 Event: Antigua and Barbuda passed the Free Trade & Processing Act, allowing the first online gambling licenses. -
💻 Emergence of Online Casinos
Year: 1996 Event: The first software providers, like Microgaming, started offering online casino games.
📈 Growth and Regulation (2000-2010)
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💥 Rapid Expansion
Year: 2003 Event: Growth in the number of online casinos, with a boom in player registration worldwide. -
⚖️ Introduction of Anti-Gambling Laws
Year: 2006 Event: The Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (UIGEA) was implemented in the USA.
🌍 Global Recognition (2011-2020)
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🇬🇧 Legalization in the UK
Year: 2014 Event: The UK Gambling Act was amended to regulate online gambling effectively. -
🌐 Emergence of Mobile Casinos
Year: 2015 Event: Rise in mobile gambling and the launch of dedicated casino apps.
🚀 The New Era (2021-Present)
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🤖 Technology Integration
Year: 2021 Event: Incorporation of AI and live dealer games enhancing player experiences. -
🔒 Enhanced Security Measures
Year: 2023 Event: Improved encryption and verification processes to protect player data.
