📅 1990s: The Beginning of Online Gambling
- 1994: Antigua and Barbuda pass the Free Trade & Processing Act, allowing licenses for online gambling.
- 1996: The first online casino, InterCasino, is launched, paving the way for the industry.
- 1999: The very first live dealer game is introduced, enhancing player experience.
| Year | Event |
|---|---|
| 1994 | Licensing begins in Antigua. |
| 1996 | InterCasino goes live. |
| 1999 | Introduction of live dealer games. |
📈 2000s: Expansion of Online Casinos
- 2001: The Kahnawake Gaming Commission begins regulating online gambling.
- 2003: The introduction of poker simulations leads to explosive growth in player numbers.
- 2009: Major advancements in mobile gaming technology allow casinos to enter the mobile market.
| Year | Event |
|---|---|
| 2001 | Kahnawake regulations established. |
| 2003 | Growth of online poker. |
| 2009 | Start of mobile online casinos. |
🚀 2010s: The Golden Age of Online Casinos
- 2011: Black Friday impacts US online poker, affecting global markets.
- 2015: The rise of Bitcoin casinos begins, introducing a new era of secure transactions.
- 2017: Live dealer technology reaches new heights with HD streaming services.
| Year | Event |
|---|---|
| 2011 | Black Friday in online poker. |
| 2015 | Introduction of Bitcoin casinos. |
| 2017 | Advancements in live dealer technology. |
🌍 2020s: Current Trends and Future Outlook
- 2020: The COVID-19 pandemic accelerates the shift towards online platforms.
- 2021: Strong growth in virtual and augmented reality casinos enters the market.
- 2022: Regulatory bodies begin to increase oversight on online gambling practices.
| Year | Event |
|---|---|
| 2020 | Shift to online due to COVID-19. |
| 2021 | Rise of VR and AR casinos. |
| 2022 | Increased regulations in online gambling. |
