🌟 1990s: The Birth of Online Casinos

• 1994: The First Online Casino

  Event	Description
  Launch of Microgaming	Microgaming launched the first online casino, paving the way for the digital gambling industry.

• 1996: The Growth Begins

  Event	Description
  First Live Dealer Games	Online casinos began experimenting with live dealer games, enhancing player engagement.

💻 2000s: Technological Advancements

• 2006: The UIGEA Act

  Event	Description
  Implementation of UIGEA	The Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act was enacted, impacting online gambling regulations.

• 2008: Emergence of Mobile Gaming

  Event	Description
  First Mobile Casinos	Casinos started launching mobile-optimized platforms, allowing access from smartphones.

📱 2010s: The Rise of Popularity

• 2012: Legalization in the US

  Event	Description
  New Jersey Legalizes Online Gambling	New Jersey becomes the first state to legalize online gambling in the USA, setting a precedent.

• 2016: Live Casino Popularity Grows

  Event	Description
  Expansion of Live Gaming	Many casinos began offering a wider range of live dealer games to enhance the player experience.

🚀 2020s: Innovation and Regulation

• 2020: The COVID-19 Pandemic Effect

  Event	Description
  Surge in Online Gambling	Due to lockdowns, online casinos saw unprecedented growth as people turned to gambling for entertainment.

• 2023: Focus on Responsible Gambling

  Event	Description
  Introduction of Safer Gambling Policies	Many casinos implement features to promote responsible gambling and protect players.