Early Development of Online Casinos (1990s)
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💻 Launch of the First Online Casino
Year Event 1994 The first online casino, Microgaming, was established. -
🌍 Regulation of Online Gambling
Year Event 1996 The Kahnawake Gaming Commission was established to regulate online gambling.
Introduction of PayPal in Online Gambling (2000s)
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💳 PayPal Enters the Gaming Industry
Year Event 2001 PayPal offered services to online casinos, facilitating deposits and withdrawals. -
⚖️ UIGEA Legislation Impact
Year Event 2006 The Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (UIGEA) was enacted, causing some casinos to withdraw PayPal services.
Resurgence of Online Casinos and PayPal (2010s)
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📈 Reintroduction of PayPal in Online Gambling
Year Event 2010 PayPal started re-entering the market, partnering with regulated online casinos. -
🔍 Expanded Availability
Year Event 2013 Several US states legalized online gambling, and PayPal became widely accepted in these jurisdictions.
Present Day and Future Prospects (2020s)
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🌐 Global Expansion
Year Event 2020 PayPal continued to expand its presence in international online casino markets. -
📱 Innovations in Online Gaming
Year Event 2023 Mobile gaming surged with PayPal integration, enhancing user experience.