Historical Overview of USA Online Casinos

Early 2000s: The Rise of Online Gambling

• 1996: The first online casino, InterCasino, is launched. 🎉
• 2006: The Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (UIGEA) is passed, aiming to restrict online gambling. ⚖️

2010s: Regulation and Expansion

• 2011: The DOJ clarifies that the Wire Act applies only to sports betting. 📜
• 2013: New Jersey becomes the first state to regulate online gambling. 🌍
• 2018: The Supreme Court overturns PASPA, allowing states to legalize sports betting. 🏆

2020s: Growth and Innovation

• 2020: The COVID-19 pandemic accelerates the growth of online casinos. 📈
• 2021: Several states including Michigan and Virginia launch regulated online casinos. 🏛️
• 2022: Continued innovations in technology improve the online gaming experience. 🚀