Historical Overview of New Online Casinos in the USA
1990s – The Birth of Online Gambling
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1994: The first online casino, InterCasino, is launched. 🎰
Event Details Launch of InterCasino Introduced the world to online gambling.
2006 – The Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (UIGEA)
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2006: UIGEA is enacted, making it illegal for banks to process transactions from online gambling sites. 🚫
Event Details UIGEA Enactment Targeted online gambling in the USA but gave rise to unregulated online casinos.
2011 – Black Friday
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2011: The federal indictment of top poker sites led to a major crackdown on online gambling, dubbed « Black Friday. » ⚖️
Event Details Black Friday Incident Several prominent sites were shut down; reshaping the industry.
2013 – New State Legislation
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2013: New Jersey, Delaware, and Nevada legalize and regulate online gambling. 🏛️
Event Details State Legalizations Marking the beginning of a regulated market for online casinos in the US.
2020 – Growing Popularity
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2020: The COVID-19 pandemic leads to a surge in online casino traffic as physical venues close. 📈
Event Details Surge in Online Activity Significant growth in player registrations and online gaming revenue.
2021 – Expansion of Legalization
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2021: Several states begin to explore the legalization of online casinos, including Michigan and Pennsylvania. 🌐
Event Details State Expansions Increasing acceptance of online casinos across the USA.
2023 – Current Trends
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2023: The market continues to evolve with innovations in technology and game offerings, including live dealer games. 💡
Event Details Technological Innovations Enhancement of user experience with live streaming and mobile-friendly platforms.