📅 1994 – The Birth of Online Gambling
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🏁 First Online Casino Launches
Event Description First Online Casino Excapsa Software launched the first online casino, making gambling accessible from home. -
🔒 Introduction of Online Gambling Regulations
Event Description Regulatory Framework The Free Trade & Processing Act was enacted in Antigua and Barbuda, allowing companies to operate online casinos.
📅 2000s – The Rise of Online Gambling
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🎰 Growth of Online Casino Options
Event Description Popularization Major gambling companies began launching their online platforms, increasing competition and variety. -
💻 Introduction of Live Dealer Games
Event Description Live Casinos Online casinos started offering live dealer games, creating a more immersive experience for players.
📅 2010 – Major Legal Milestones
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📜 UIGEA Act in the USA
Event Description Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act This law made it tougher to process payments to online gambling sites, impacting many US-based players. -
🌍 Global Expansion
Event Description Legalization in Other Countries Countries like the UK and Australia formalized the regulation of online gambling, fostering safe environments for players.
📅 2020s – Innovations and Mobile Gambling
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📲 Rise of Mobile Gambling
Event Description Mobile Casino Apps With the proliferation of smartphones, online casinos developed apps for enhanced player accessibility and convenience. -
🔗 Cryptocurrency Integration
Event Description Bitcoin and Blockchain Many online casinos started accepting cryptocurrencies for deposits and withdrawals, providing anonymity and fast transactions.