Historical Overview of PokerStars Casino

2000 – The Beginning 🎉

• Launch of PokerStars

  Date	Event	Description
  March 2001	Founding	PokerStars was founded by Isai Scheinberg and his son Mark Scheinberg, initially focused on online poker.

2003 – Rise to Fame 🌟

• World Series of Poker (WSOP) Impact

  Date	Event	Description
  July 2003	Chris Moneymaker’s Win	Chris Moneymaker, an amateur player, wins the WSOP Main Event after qualifying via PokerStars, bringing immense visibility to online poker.

2007 – Expanding Portfolio 🎲

• Introduction of Casino Games

  Date	Event	Description
  October 2007	Launch of Casino Games	PokerStars expands its offerings by introducing a variety of online casino games alongside its poker services.

2014 – Major Milestones ✨

• Acquisition by Amaya Gaming

  Date	Event	Description
  June 2014	Sold to Amaya Gaming	Amaya Gaming Group acquires PokerStars, opening new avenues for growth and regulation in multiple jurisdictions.

2020 – A New Era 🔄

• Rebranding and New Features

  Date	Event	Description
  August 2020	Website Redesign	Introduction of a new website design and user experience enhancements, signaling a modern approach to online gambling.

2023 – Current Standing 🌐

• Continued Dominance

  Date	Event	Description
  October 2023	Leadership in Online Gambling	As of October 2023, PokerStars remains one of the leading platforms for online poker and casino games globally.