Historical Overview of All NJ Online Casinos

2013: Legalization of Online Gambling in NJ 🏛️

• Event	Date	Description
  Bill Signed 🎉	February 26, 2013	The New Jersey Assembly passed a bill legalizing online gambling, paving the way for online casinos in the state.
  Regulatory Framework Established 📜	March 2013	The New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement set regulations and requirements for operations of online casinos.

2014: Launch of Online Casinos 🎲

• Event	Date	Description
  First Online Casinos Go Live 🚀	November 21, 2013	The first online casinos, including PartyCasino and Borgata, launched in New Jersey.
  Initial Revenue Reports 💰	January 2014	Reports indicated a solid start with over $8 million in online gaming revenue in the first month.

2015: Expansion and Growth 📈

• Event	Date	Description
  New Operators Join 🆕	April 2015	Several new online casinos entered the market, increasing competition and offering more options for players.
  Mobile Gaming Introduced 📱	June 2015	The launch of mobile apps allowed players to access online casinos directly from their smartphones.

2016: Legal Developments ⚖️

• Event	Date	Description
  Amendments to Regulations ✍️	February 2016	New regulations were introduced to further enhance consumer protection and promote responsible gaming.
  Interstate Compacts Discussion 🌐	August 2016	Discussions began on establishing interstate compacts to allow players from different states to gamble together.

2020: COVID-19 Impact and Surge in Popularity 🦠

• Event	Date	Description
  Record Revenue Feels Impact of Pandemic 📊	April 2020	With physical casinos closing, online gambling revenue hit record highs as more players turned to digital platforms.
  Growth of Live Dealer Games 🎥	October 2020	The popularity of live dealer games surged, offering players an immersive experience from home.

2023: Continued Evolution and Innovation 🚀

• Event	Date	Description
  Launch of New Technologies 🔧	March 2023	New technologies, such as VR and AR, began to be integrated into online casino experiences.
  Growth in eSports Betting 🎮	August 2023	In New Jersey, regulations expanded to include betting on eSports, attracting a younger audience.

For more information about online casinos and gambling regulations, visit the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement.