💻 The Early Years of Online Casinos (1994-2000)
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1994: The first online casino, Select Casino, launches in Antigua and Barbuda.
Event Date Launch of Select Casino October 1994 -
1996: InterCasino becomes the first online casino to accept real money wagers.
Event Date Launch of InterCasino March 1996 -
1999: The introduction of secure online payment systems like Neteller facilitates online gambling.
Event Date Neteller Launches 2000
🌍 Expansion and Regulation (2001-2010)
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2001: The government of Antigua and Barbuda begins issuing licenses to online casinos.
Event Date Issuing Licenses in Antigua January 2001 -
2006: The Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (UIGEA) is enacted in the USA.
Event Date UIGEA Enactment October 2006 -
2010: The global online gambling revenue surpasses $30 billion.
Event Date Global Revenue Milestone December 2010
📈 The Modern Era (2011-Present)
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2013: New Jersey becomes the first US state to legalize online gambling.
Event Date Legalization in New Jersey November 2013 -
2019: The Philippines implements regulations to enhance the online gaming industry.
Event Date Philippines Regulation Enhancement January 2019 -
2021: Online casinos become increasingly popular during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Event Date Increase in Online Casino Popularity March 2021
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