📅 The Rise of Online Casinos (1990s)

• 1994: The Birth of Online Gambling
  

  Event	Description
  First Online Casino	The first licensed online casino, Microgaming, launches, paving the way for future online gambling.

• 1996: Introduction of Online Sports Betting
  

  Event	Description
  First Sportsbook Online	Intertops establishes itself as the first online sportsbook, attracting sports enthusiasts.

📈 The Boom of Online Casinos (2000s)

• 2000: Regulation and Growth
  

  Event	Description
  Online Gambling Ban Act	The U.S. implements regulations affecting online casinos, pushing many operators offshore.

• 2003: The Emergence of Live Dealer Games
  

  Event	Description
  Introduction of Live Casino	Software providers, like Evolution Gaming, introduce live dealer games, enhancing the player experience.

🌐 The Era of Accessibility (2010s)

• 2010: Mobile Gambling Revolution
  

  Event	Description
  First Mobile Casinos	The launch of mobile casino apps makes gambling accessible on smartphones.

• 2013: New Markets and Regulations
  

  Event	Description
  U.S. States Legalizing Online Gambling	New Jersey becomes the first state to legalize online gambling, followed by others.

🔑 Current Trends and Future (2020s)

• 2020: Rise of Cryptocurrencies in Online Gambling
  

  Event	Description
  Bitcoin Casinos	Many casinos start accepting Bitcoin, attracting a new demographic of players.

• 2023: AI and VR Integration
  

  Event	Description
  Introduction of Virtual Reality Casinos	VR technology is adopted by leading casinos to create immersive gaming experiences.