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1994 | First Online Casino | The first online casino, called InterCasino, was launched, marking the start of the digital gaming industry. |
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1996 | Software Development | Companies like Microgaming began developing software specifically for online gambling, enhancing user experience. |
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2001 | Intro of Regulations | Countries began to implement regulations for online gambling, helping to ensure fairness and transparency. |
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2006 | New Legislation | This act made it illegal for banks to process transactions related to online gambling, impacting many operators. |
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2012 | Legalization in Spain | Spain legalized online gambling, setting a precedent for other European countries to explore regulation. |
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2015 | Mobile Gaming Boom | The increase in smartphone usage led to a surge in mobile casinos, transforming how players accessed gambling. |
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2020 | Live Casino Experience | Online casinos began offering live dealer games, providing a more interactive and authentic gambling experience. |
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2021 | Crypto Adoption | More online casinos started accepting cryptocurrencies as a payment option, attracting a new demographic of players. |