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🔍 Early Beginnings of Online Casinos (1990s)

• 1994: The first online casino, *InterCasino*, is launched.

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First Online Casino	InterCasino opens its virtual doors, paving the way for the online gambling industry.

• 1996: The first online sports betting site is introduced.

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Online Sports Betting	The inception of online sports betting expands the dimensions of online gambling.

📈 Growth and Regulation (2000s)

• 2003: The introduction of the *Kahnawake Gaming Commission* for oversight.

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Regulation Setup	The Kahnawake Gaming Commission begins regulating online gambling.

• 2006: The *Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act* (UIGEA) is enacted in the USA.

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UIGEA Enactment	This act aims to suppress illegal online gambling and affects many operators.

⚖️ Changes and Innovations (2010s)

• 2011: New Jersey becomes the first US state to legalize online gambling.

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Legalization in NJ	New Jersey's legislation marks a significant shift in the acceptance of online casinos.

• 2019: Various states begin to legalize online sports betting following a Supreme Court ruling.

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Supreme Court Ruling	This ruling opens up the opportunity for states to regulate sports betting independently.

🌐 Current Landscape (2020s)

• 2020: The COVID-19 pandemic drives massive growth in online gambling.

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Surge in Online Gambling	With land-based casinos closed, many turn to online alternatives.

• 2023: Advances in technology usher in VR casinos.

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Introduction of VR Casinos	The integration of virtual reality enhances the online gambling experience, making it more immersive.