1994 – The Birth of Online Casinos 🎉
- First licensed online casino, Gaming Club, launched in Antigua.
- Introduction of secure online payment methods facilitated online gambling.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Launch of Gaming Club | 1994 |
2006 – The UIGEA Act 📜
- The Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (UIGEA) was enacted, affecting US online casinos.
- Many online casinos began to shift their focus to the international market.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Enactment of UIGEA | 2006 |
2011 – Regulation and Change 🔄
- Department of Justice clarified that the Wire Act only applies to sports betting.
- Several states began to legalize online gambling.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| DOJ Clarification | 2011 |
| States legalizing online gambling | 2011 onwards |
2013 – New Developments in New Jersey 🎲
- New Jersey became the first state to launch regulated online casinos.
- Other states began to follow suit, creating a wave of online gambling legislation.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Launch of New Jersey Online Casinos | 2013 |
2020 – Growth and Expansion 📈
- The COVID-19 pandemic led to a surge in online gambling worldwide.
- States like Michigan and Pennsylvania expanded their online casino offerings.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Surge in Online Gambling Due to COVID-19 | 2020 |
| Michigan and Pennsylvania Expansion | 2020 |
2023 – Current Trends in Online Casinos 🔍
- Increased focus on responsible gaming and player protection.
- Emergence of cryptocurrencies for online gambling transactions.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Focus on Responsible Gaming | 2023 |
| Adoption of Cryptocurrencies | 2023 |
