📜 1990s: The Birth of Online Gambling

• 1994: First Online Gaming License Issued 🎟️

  Event	Description
  Gaming License	The Caribbean nation of Antigua and Barbuda issues the first license to an online gambling business.

• 1996: Launch of Multiple Online Casinos 💻

  Event	Description
  Casino Growth	Several online casinos are launched, featuring various games and attracting early adopters.

🕰️ 2000s: Rapid Expansion and Regulation

• 2003: Introduction of Live Dealer Games 🎥

  Event	Description
  Live Dealers	Online casinos start offering live dealer games, bridging the gap between land-based and online gaming.

• 2006: US Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (UIGEA) 🚫

  Event	Description
  UIGEA	The US government passes UIGEA, significantly affecting online gambling operations.

🌐 2010s: Rise of Mobile and Globalization

• 2010: Introduction of Mobile Gaming 📱

  Event	Description
  Mobile Expansion	Online casinos begin offering mobile gaming platforms, catering to a growing audience.

• 2011: Black Friday in Online Poker ♠️

  Event	Description
  Black Friday	The US government takes action against major online poker sites, altering the market landscape.

🚀 2020s: The New Era of Online Gaming

• 2020: Surge in Online Gaming Due to Pandemic 😷

  Event	Description
  Pandemic Effect	COVID-19 leads to a significant increase in online gaming as land-based casinos close.

• 2023: Innovations in Gaming Technologies ⚙️

  Event	Description
  Technological Advances	The integration of VR and AR into online gaming creates immersive experiences.

Conclusion:

As we can see, the history of Hollywood casino online games has been marked by significant milestones that have shaped the industry. With ongoing advancements in technology and changing regulations, the future of online gaming looks promising.

For more insights on the evolution of online casinos, check out our section on the history of online casinos.