📅 1990s: The Birth of Online Casinos

• 1994: The First Online Casino Opens

  🎰 Event: The introduction of the first online casino, known as « The Gaming Club ».

  🌐 Details: This marked the beginning of real money gambling on the internet.

• 1996: The Launch of Microgaming

  💻 Event: Microgaming, one of the leading software providers, is founded.

  🏆 Details: They developed the first fully functional online casino software.

🌟 2000s: Growth and Regulation

• 2003: The Introduction of Secure Transactions

  🔒 Event: SSL encryption becomes the standard for online transactions.

  ✅ Details: This boosted player confidence in online gambling sites.

• 2006: UIGEA Legislation in the USA

  ⚖️ Event: The Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (UIGEA) is implemented.

  🚨 Details: This led to many operators pulling out of the US market.

🎉 2010s: Revolution and Innovation

• 2011: The Return of Online Poker

  ♠️ Event: Black Friday causes major online poker sites to shut down.

  🃏 Details: However, it leads to a resurgence in regulated online poker markets.

• 2018: Legalization Across States

  🏛️ Event: The Supreme Court’s ruling allows states to regulate sports betting.

  📉 Details: This opens the door for more online gambling options in the US.

✨ 2020s: The Rise of Mobile Gaming

• 2020: Mobile Casinos Surge in Popularity

  📱 Event: Mobile gambling apps become the preferred way to play.

  🚀 Details: Enhanced technology and user interface designs lead to increased engagement.

• 2023: Emerging Technologies in Online Casinos

  🤖 Event: Virtual reality and AI begin to reshape the online gaming landscape.

  🌌 Details: New gaming experiences offer players immersive environments and personalized interactions.