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🕰️ 1990s: The Emergence of Online Betting
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📅 1994: The First Online Casino Launch
Event Details Launch of Internet Casinos The first online casino, Microgaming’s Gaming Club, opened in 1994, revolutionizing the gambling industry. -
📅 1996: The Birth of Online Sports Betting
Event Details Introduction of Sportsbooks The first online sportsbook, Intertops, was launched, allowing users to bet on sports events globally.
🔄 2000s: Growth and Regulation
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📅 2006: The Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (UIGEA)
Event Details Legislation Passed The UIGEA was enacted in the United States, complicating online gambling for American users. -
📅 2008: Online Gambling Begins to Flourish
Event Details Market Expansion By 2008, many operators emerged, catering to a global audience and introducing innovative betting options.
📈 2010s: Innovation and Technology
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📅 2012: Regulation in the UK
Event Details UK Gambling Commission Reform New regulations allowed for safer online gambling and increased consumer protection. -
📅 2018: The US Supreme Court Decision
Event Details Legalization of Sports Betting The Supreme Court struck down PASPA, leading to the legalization of sports betting across several states.
🌐 2020s: The Future of Online Betting
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📅 2020: Rise of Mobile Betting
Event Details Shift to Mobile Platforms More users began using mobile devices for betting, increasing demand for mobile-optimized sites. -
📅 2023: Integration of Technology
Event Details Blockchain and AI Online gambling sites started implementing blockchain for transparency and AI for personalized experiences.
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