🕰️ The Early Days of Online Casinos (1994-2000)

• 🍀 1994: The Birth of Online Gambling

  Event	Description
  Launch of the First Online Casino	The first online casino, Microgaming’s Gaming Club, opens its doors, paving the way for virtual gambling.

• 📝 1996: Regulatory Milestones

  Event	Description
  Introduction of Licensing	Antigua and Barbuda becomes the first jurisdiction to issue licenses for online gambling.

• 📈 1999: Expansion of Online Gambling

  Event	Description
  Emergence of Major Players	Prominent online casinos like Casino On Net and 888.com gain popularity among players.

🔍 Growth and Regulation (2001-2010)

• 💼 2006: The Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act

  Event	Description
  US Legislation	The US enacts UIGEA, affecting online casinos and operators.

• 🌍 2009: Global Expansion

  Event	Description
  Growth in Europe	European countries begin to establish their own regulatory frameworks for online gambling.

• 📱 2010: The Rise of Mobile Gambling

  Event	Description
  Mobile Casino Apps Launch	The introduction of mobile-friendly casinos allows players to gamble on-the-go.

🚀 Modern Era (2011-Present)

• 🎮 2013: Legalization in New Jersey

  Event	Description
  Regulation of Online Gambling	New Jersey becomes the first US state to legalize online casinos, setting a precedent for others.

• ⚖️ 2017: Changing Legislation

  Event	Description
  US Supreme Court Ruling	The ruling opens doors for sports betting, impacting the online casino market significantly.

• 🔗 2020: COVID-19 Impact

  Event	Description
  Surge in Popularity	With physical casinos closed, online gambling sees unprecedented growth globally.

🔮 The Future of Online Casinos

• 🤖 2023 and Beyond: Innovation & Technology

  Event	Description
  Embrace of AI and VR	Online casinos are expected to incorporate AI and Virtual Reality technologies for enhanced player experience.

For more comprehensive details on the evolution of online casinos, visit UK Gambling Commission or check out iGaming Business.