📅 Early Beginnings (1990s)
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📲 Launch of Online Betting Sites
Year Event 1994 The first online betting site, InterCasino, is launched. 1996 Paradise Poker opens, setting the stage for online poker.
🚀 Growth and Expansion (2000s)
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💻 Emergence of Mobile Betting
Year Event 2003 First mobile betting apps are launched in the UK. 2007 Live betting feature is introduced, revolutionizing online betting.
📈 Regulation and Legitimization (2010s)
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📜 Legalization of Online Betting
Year Event 2011 U.S. legalizes online poker in Nevada, marking a significant milestone. 2018 U.S. Supreme Court strikes down PASPA, allowing states to regulate sports betting.
🔍 Recent Developments (2020s)
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📱 Advanced Technologies and the Future
Year Event 2020 Use of AI and machine learning enhances user experience and betting strategies. 2023 Blockchain technology is adopted for increased security and transparency.
