🕰️ 1990s: The Birth of Online Casinos

• Event	Date	Description
  First Online Casino Launched	1994	The first online casino, Microgaming, was launched, changing the gambling industry forever.
  Online Gaming Licensing	1994	The first online gaming license was issued by the government of Antigua and Barbuda.

📈 2000s: Rapid Growth and Technology Advancements

• Event	Date	Description
  Introduction of Live Dealer Games	2001	Live dealer technology was introduced, allowing players to interact with real dealers via video streams.
  Black Friday	2011	The US government cracked down on online poker, shutting down major sites like Full Tilt Poker and PokerStars.

💻 2010s: Mobile and Social Gaming Revolution

• Event	Date	Description
  Mobile Casino Apps Released	2012	Mobile applications for casinos gained popularity, making gaming accessible anywhere, anytime.
  Social Casino Games Rise	2017	Social casino games surged in popularity, combining gambling elements with social interaction.

🌍 2020s: Regulation and Global Expansion

• Event	Date	Description
  Legalization of Online Gambling in Various States	2021	Several US states legalized online gambling, increasing competition and player options.
  Growth of Cryptocurrency Casinos	2022	Cryptocurrency casinos gained traction, with players opting for digital currencies for transactions.