📅 1990s: The Birth of Online Casinos
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1994: The First Online Casino 🌐
Event Description Launch of Casino-on-Net The first online casino, Casino-on-Net, opened its doors, marking the beginning of online gambling. -
1996: Introduction of SSL Encryption 🔒
Event Description Adoption of SSL Technology This advancement allowed for secure transactions, increasing user trust in online casinos.
📅 2000s: Rapid Growth and Regulation
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2003: The Emergence of Live Dealer Games 🎥
Event Description Introduction of Live Dealer Technology Online casinos began offering live dealer games, providing a more immersive experience. -
2006: The UIGEA Legislation 📜
Event Description Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act This law prohibited financial transactions related to online gambling, significantly affecting US operators.
📅 2010s: Technological Advancements
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2011: The Resurgence of Legal Online Gambling in the US 🇺🇸
Event Description Nevada Legalizes Online Poker Nevada became the first US state to regulate online poker, paving the way for others. -
2018: The Supreme Court Ruling ⚖️
Event Description PASPA Repeal The US Supreme Court struck down PASPA, allowing states to legalize sports betting.
📅 2020s: The Era of Mobile Gaming and Cryptocurrencies
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2020: Mobile Casinos on the Rise 📱
Event Description Increased Mobile Accessibility More players started gambling via mobile apps, prompting casinos to enhance mobile platforms. -
2021: The Introduction of Bitcoin Casinos 💰
Event Description Rise of Cryptocurrency Payments Online casinos began accepting Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, offering greater anonymity and security.