History of Online Roulette
1990s: The Birth of Online Gambling 🌐
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1994: The Free Trade & Processing Act in Antigua and Barbuda allows the licensing of online gambling businesses.
Event Description First Licenses Issued Antigua becomes the first jurisdiction to regulate online gaming. -
1997: The first online casino, InterCasino, launches, offering roulette among other games.
Event Description InterCasino Launch The inception of the first online casino featuring roulette games.
2000s: Growth and Diversification 📈
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2000: The introduction of software platforms like Microgaming and NetEnt revolutionizes online roulette.
Event Description Launch of Microgaming One of the first major software providers for online casinos. -
2004: Online roulette begins to incorporate live dealer technology, enhancing player experience.
Event Description Live Dealer Roulette Players can engage with real dealers via video streaming.
2010s: Advancements in Technology 💻
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2012: The first state to legalize online gambling in the U.S. is New Jersey, including online roulette.
Event Description New Jersey Legislation Regulation of online gambling within state lines marks a pivotal moment. -
2019: Virtual reality (VR) roulette experiences start emerging.
Event Description VR Roulette Launches Players can immerse themselves in a virtual casino environment.
2020s: The Present and Future 🌟
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2020: The global pandemic boosts online gambling, with a surge in online roulette players.
Event Description COVID-19 Impact Increased demand for online roulette due to physical casino closures. -
2023: Innovations continue to enhance gameplay, including AI-driven experiences for personalized gaming.
Event Description AI in Roulette Implementation of AI to improve user experience and game customization.