United States Online Casinos
History of United States Online Casinos
1990s: The Beginning of Online Gambling
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📅 1994: The First Online Casino
Event Description Launch of Microgaming The first online casino software provider, Microgaming, was established in 1994, paving the way for the online gambling industry. -
📅 1996: Initial Growth
Event Description First Online Poker Room The creation of Planet Poker in 1996 marked the launch of the first real-money online poker room.
2000s: Regulation and Expansion
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📅 2006: The Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (UIGEA)
Event Description UIGEA Passed The UIGEA aimed to restrict online gambling in the U.S. by prohibiting banks from processing transactions related to online gambling. -
📅 2008: The Emergence of State Regulations
Event Description Delaware and Nevada Regulation Both states began drafting regulations to govern online gaming, leading to the first state-sanctioned online gambling activities.
2010s: Legalization Efforts
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📅 2011: The Reversal of UIGEA
Event Description Black Friday The federal crackdown on poker websites like Full Tilt Poker and PokerStars led to discussions on legalizing regulated online gambling. -
📅 2013: New Jersey Legalizes Online Gambling
Event Description Regulatory Framework Established New Jersey passed a law allowing online casinos, setting a precedent for other states to follow.
2020s: Ongoing Developments
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📅 2021: Rapid Growth of Online Casinos
Event Description Expansion to Other States Several states, including Pennsylvania and Michigan, expanded their online gambling laws, increasing market opportunities. -
📅 2023: New Technologies and Innovations
Event Description Blockchain and Crypto Integration Online casinos began integrating blockchain technology and cryptocurrency payments, improving security and transaction speed.
