🕰️ Early Beginnings of Online Casinos (1990s)
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Year Event 1994 The first online casino, InterCasino, launches in Antigua and Barbuda. 1996 The establishment of Microgaming, a key player in online gaming software.
💰 Rise of Real Money Gaming (2000s)
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Year Event 2003 PartyGaming goes public, indicating growing interest and trust in online gambling. 2006 US Congress passes the Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (UIGEA).
🌐 Expansion and Regulation (2010s)
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Year Event 2011 New Jersey attempts to regulate online gambling, setting the stage for future states. 2013 Online poker becomes legal in New Jersey, marking a significant turning point.
🚀 The New Era of Sweepstakes Casinos (2020s)
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Year Event 2020 Increase in popularity of social casinos that offer free-to-play sweepstakes. 2022 More states begin to legalize and regulate online casinos, increasing competition and options.
🔍 Looking Ahead
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Future Outlook Potential Developments Innovation in Technology Advancements in VR and AR may revolutionize the online casino experience. Regulatory Changes Wider acceptance of online gambling across more regions globally.
