The Evolution of Online Gambling in New Jersey
2011: Legislation Passed 🏛️
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New Jersey Legalizes Online Gambling Event Date Governor Chris Christie signed Assembly Bill 2578 February 26, 2013 Framework for licensing online casinos established February 2013
2013: Launch of Online Casinos 🎰
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First Online Casinos Go Live Event Date Launch of the first online gambling sites November 26, 2013 New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement oversees operations November 2013
2016: Market Growth 📈
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Increased Popularity of Online Gambling Event Date Online gambling revenue reaches $200 million December 2016 More operators enter the market Throughout 2016
2018: The New Era of Sports Betting ⚽
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Supreme Court Ruling on Sports Betting Event Date U.S. Supreme Court strikes down federal ban on sports betting May 14, 2018 New Jersey quickly expeditiously adopts sports betting June 2018
2020: Pandemic Impact and Boom 💥
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Surge in Online Gambling During COVID-19 Event Date Online gambling revenue skyrockets due to lockdown 2020 New Jersey surpasses previous revenue records Throughout 2020
2023: Continued Innovation 🚀
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Technological Advancements and Regulation Event Date Launch of interactive gaming platforms and mobile applications 2023 Efforts to enhance responsible gambling measures 2023