📅 1990s: The Birth of Online Gambling
- 1994: The Free Trade and Processing Act is passed in Antigua and Barbuda, allowing online gambling companies to obtain licenses.
- 1996: The first online casinos emerge, offering a limited selection of games.
- 1998: The Interactive Gaming Council (IGC) is established to promote fairness and transparency in the online gambling industry.
| Year | Event |
|---|---|
| 1994 | Antigua and Barbuda enacts legislation for online gambling. |
| 1996 | Emergence of the first online casinos. |
| 1998 | Formation of the IGC for better industry standards. |
📅 2000s: Expansion and Regulation
- 2006: The Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (UIGEA) is enacted in the U.S., restricting online gambling transactions.
- 2008: Several online casinos start implementing responsible gaming measures.
- 2009: Emergence of live dealer games, enhancing the online gambling experience.
| Year | Event |
|---|---|
| 2006 | UIGEA restricts online gambling in the U.S. |
| 2008 | Introduction of responsible gaming measures by casinos. |
| 2009 | Launch of live dealer games in online casinos. |
📅 2010s: Legalization Efforts
- 2011: The U.S. Department of Justice reinterprets the Wire Act, allowing states to regulate online poker.
- 2013: New Jersey, Nevada, and Delaware legalize online gambling, paving the way for regulated real money casinos.
- 2018: The Supreme Court strikes down PASPA, leading many states to legislate sports betting.
| Year | Event |
|---|---|
| 2011 | Reinterpretation of the Wire Act opens doors for online poker. |
| 2013 | NJ, NV, and DE legalize online gambling. |
| 2018 | Supreme Court lifts the ban on sports betting. |
📅 2020s: Modern Era of Online Casinos
- 2020: Growth of mobile gambling applications, allowing players to access casinos via smartphones.
- 2021: Continued expansion of online casinos in states such as Michigan and Pennsylvania.
- 2023: Introduction of cryptocurrency payments in several online casinos.
| Year | Event |
|---|---|
| 2020 | Rise of mobile gambling applications. |
| 2021 | Expansion of online casinos into new states. |
| 2023 | Acceptance of cryptocurrency for payments. |
