Historical Overview of Online Casino Games for Real Money
1990s – The Birth of Online Casinos
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🕒 1994 First Online Casino The first online casino, *InterCasino*, launched, offering a limited selection of games. -
💻 1996 Legal Framework Established The first licensing jurisdiction for online gambling was established in Antigua and Barbuda.
2000s – Growth and Popularity
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📈 2001 Emergence of Online Poker Online poker rooms, such as *PartyPoker*, began to dominate the online gaming scene. -
🎉 2006 Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act The US government passed laws that created uncertainty for many online casinos.
2010s – Regulation and Innovation
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⚖️ 2013 Legalization in Nevada Nevada becomes the first state in the US to regulate online poker. -
🎮 2017 Rise of Live Dealer Games Live dealer games gain popularity, offering a more immersive experience.
2020s – Mobile Gaming and Blockchain Technology
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📱 2020 Mobile Casino Revolution Mobile gaming becomes the preferred platform for online gambling. -
🔗 2023 Integration of Blockchain Blockchain technology starts to be used for enhanced security and transparency in online gambling.