2000s: The Birth of Online Casinos

• 2001: The Rise of Online Gambling 🎰

  Event	Description
  Launch of Major Platforms	Several online casinos launched, providing players access to games from the comfort of their homes.

• 2004: Regulation and Growth 📈

  Event	Description
  The Formation of Regulatory Bodies	Governments worldwide started forming bodies to regulate online gambling and protect players.

2010s: Community Building and Discussion

• 2013: The Birth of Reddit Gambling Communities 💬

  Event	Description
  Creation of r/gambling	This subreddit became a hub for discussion about online gambling, including online casinos.

• 2015: The Rise of Streamers 🎥

  Event	Description
  Streaming Platforms Adopt Gambling	Popular streamers began broadcasting their online casino sessions, attracting large audiences.

2020s: Evolution of Online Casinos

• 2020: COVID-19 Impact 🦠

  Event	Description
  Surge in Online Gambling	With land-based casinos closed, many players turned to online platforms, leading to substantial growth.

• 2021: Introduction of Cryptocurrencies 💰

  Event	Description
  Crypto Casinos Emerged	Online casinos began accepting Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, appealing to tech-savvy players.