📜 The Birth of Online Casinos (1990s)

• 🗓 Year	📖 Event
  1994	The first online casino, InterCasino, was launched, marking the beginning of online gambling.
  1996	Acrobat Games and the first online poker rooms began to appear, increasing interest in virtual gaming.

🌍 The Growing Popularity (2000s)

• 🗓 Year	📖 Event
  2000	The introduction of live dealer games revolutionized the online casino experience, providing more interaction.
  2006	The Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (UIGEA) was enacted in the US, impacting online gambling operations.

🎰 The Mobile Revolution (2010s)

• 🗓 Year	📖 Event
  2010	The rapid rise of mobile technology led to the development of mobile-compatible online casinos.
  2013	The legalization of online poker in New Jersey sparked a new wave of regulated online gambling.

💻 Modern Era and Future Trends (2020s)

• 🗓 Year	📖 Event
  2020	The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated the shift towards online casinos as land-based venues closed.
  2023	Increased integration of blockchain technology in online casinos for transparency and security.

🔗 Resources and Further Reading

For more insight into the evolution of online casinos, consider checking the following:

• Gambling.com – Comprehensive guide to online gambling.
• OnlineGambling.com – Latest news and trends in online casinos.