💻 The Rise of Online Casinos (1994-2000)

• 🕹️ 1994: The First Online Casino Launches

  Event	Description
  Launch of Microgaming	The first online casino software provider, offering casino games over the internet.

• 🌐 1996: First Regulatory Framework

  Event	Description
  Antigua and Barbuda	Becomes the first jurisdiction to license online gambling, setting a precedent for regulation.

• 💰 1999: The Advent of Live Dealer Games

  Event	Description
  Introduction of Live Games	Online casinos start offering live dealer games, enhancing the user experience.

📈 Expansion and Regulation (2001-2010)

• 🖥️ 2002: PayPal Bans Online Gambling Transactions

  Event	Description
  Impact on Transactions	Many online casinos struggle; players look for alternative payment methods.

• ⚖️ 2006: UIGEA Enacted in the U.S.

  Event	Description
  Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act	Prohibits financial transactions related to online gambling, leading to market changes.

• 🏅 2010: Regulation in the UK

  Event	Description
  UK Gambling Commission	Establishment of a regulatory body to oversee online casinos in the UK.

🎮 Modern Developments and Innovations (2011-Present)

• 📱 2012: Rise of Mobile Gaming

  Event	Description
  Mobile Optimization	Casinos develop mobile-compatible sites and apps for gaming on the go.

• 🛡️ 2017: Regulation in Various Jurisdictions

  Event	Description
  Legalization in New Jersey	Sets an example and creates a framework for online casinos in the U.S.

• 🔗 2020: The Rise of Cryptocurrency

  Event	Description
  Bitcoin Payments	Increasing acceptance of cryptocurrencies in online casinos for secure transactions.