📅 Early Developments in Betting (Pre-2000)
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🏁 The Birth of Betting Shops
Year Event 1961 The first betting shops opened in Australia, providing a legal option for sports betting. -
📈 Rise of Tab Betting
Year Event 1985 The establishment of the Totalisator Agency Board (TAB), making betting more accessible.
🖥️ The Online Revolution (2000-2010)
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🌐 Launch of Online Betting
Year Event 2007 The first online betting sites began to emerge, opening doors for Australian bettors. -
🔍 Regulation of Online Betting
Year Event 2008 Australian government introduced regulations to manage online betting activities.
📱 Mobile Betting Era (2011-2020)
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📲 Introduction of Mobile Apps
Year Event 2012 Mobile betting applications revolutionized the way Australians placed bets. -
💻 Rise of Small Betting Sites
Year Event 2015 Emergence of niche small betting sites catering to specific sports and audiences. -
📊 Increased Market Competition
Year Event 2020 COVID-19 pandemic prompted a surge in online betting, strengthening the market.
🚀 Current Trends and Future Outlook (2021-Present)
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📈 Growth of Esports Betting
Year Event 2021 Small betting sites began offering esports betting options, attracting younger audiences. -
👥 Enhanced User Experience
Year Event 2023 Continual improvements in user experience and personalization on small betting platforms.
