⚡ 1990s: The Birth of Online Gaming

• 📅 1994: Antigua and Barbuda Legislation

  Event	Details
  Online Gambling Legislation	Antigua and Barbuda became the first to license online casinos, laying the groundwork for the global industry.

• 📅 1996: First Online Casinos Launch

  Event	Details
  InterCasino Launches	InterCasino was one of the first online casinos to appear, beginning the shift towards digital gambling.

💥 2000s: Growth and Regulation

• 📅 2001: Introduction of Online Poker

  Event	Details
  Planet Poker Launches	Planet Poker aimed to revolutionize gaming, becoming the first site to offer online poker.

• 📅 2007: Increase in Australian Regulations

  Event	Details
  Interactive Gambling Act	Australia legislated to regulate online betting, impacting how online casinos operate in the region.

🏆 2010s: Expansion and Diversification

• 📅 2013: Emergence of Mobile Casinos

  Event	Details
  Rise of Mobile Gaming	Online casinos began optimizing for mobile, providing players with greater access and convenience.

• 📅 2017: Evolution of Cryptocurrency Gambling

  Event	Details
  Bitcoin Accepted	Many casinos started accepting Bitcoin, catering to changing consumer preferences.

🌐 2020s: The Future of Online Casinos

• 📅 2020: Surge Due to Global Events

  Event	Details
  Increased Online Engagement	The pandemic catalyzed massive growth in online gambling, including casinos and sports betting.

• 📅 2023: Innovations in Gaming Technology

  Event	Details
  Live Dealer Games	Innovations in streaming and software have made live dealer games a staple in online casinos.