📅 The Birth of Online Casinos (1994-2000)
- 1994: The first online casino, InterCasino, is launched.
- 1996: The first online gambling laws are established in Antigua and Barbuda.
- 1999: The introduction of downloadable casino software revolutionizes online gaming.
| Year | Event |
|---|---|
| 1994 | Launch of InterCasino |
| 1996 | Establishment of online gambling laws |
| 1999 | Introduction of downloadable software |
📈 The Growth of Online Gambling (2001-2010)
- 2001: The Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (UIGEA) is introduced in the USA.
- 2006: eCOGRA is founded to promote fair online gaming.
- 2009: The first mobile casino is launched, setting the stage for mobile gambling.
| Year | Event |
|---|---|
| 2001 | Introduction of UIGEA in the USA |
| 2006 | Foundation of eCOGRA |
| 2009 | Launch of the first mobile casino |
🌍 The Modern Era of Online Casinos (2011-Present)
- 2011: Black Friday leads to the closure of major poker sites in the USA.
- 2018: New regulations in various countries pave the way for legal online gambling.
- 2020: The boom of live dealer blackjack and baccarat in response to the pandemic.
| Year | Event |
|---|---|
| 2011 | Black Friday closure of poker sites |
| 2018 | New online gambling regulations introduced |
| 2020 | Rise of live dealer games due to COVID-19 |