🌐 1990s: The Birth of Online Casinos
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1994: The first online casino, CryptoCasinos, launches in Antigua and Barbuda.
Event Date Description Launch of CryptoCasinos 1994 The first legal online gambling site. -
1996: The establishment of the Gaming Commission in Antigua.
Event Date Description Gaming Commission Established 1996 Regulation of online gambling begins in Antigua.
📈 2000s: Expansion and Legislation
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2001: Websites like PartyPoker and PokerStars become prominent.
Event Date Description Emergence of Poker Giants 2001 Increase in popularity of online poker. -
2005: The UIGEA is passed in the USA impacting online gambling.
Event Date Description UIGEA Legislation 2005 Restrictions affecting US players in online casinos.
🇦🇹 2010s: Online Casinos in Austria
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2010: The Austrian Gambling Act is enacted.
Event Date Description Austrian Gambling Act 2010 Regulations set for online gaming in Austria. -
2017: Legalization of online sports betting.
Event Date Description Online Sports Betting Legalized 2017 Expansion of legal gambling options in Austria.
🚀 2020s: Modern Developments
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2020: The rise of live dealer games.
Event Date Description Introduction of Live Dealer Games 2020 Bringing a more immersive experience to players. -
2023: Adoption of cryptocurrency for transactions.
Event Date Description Cryptocurrency Integration 2023 Enhancements in security and payment options for players.