1990s: The Emergence of Online Gambling 🎰
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Year Event 1994 The first online casino, Microgaming, launched, paving the way for digital pokies. 1996 The first online poker room, Planet Poker, opened its doors, enhancing online gambling’s popularity.
2000s: Regulation and Growth 📈
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Year Event 2001 The Interactive Gambling Act was passed in Australia, regulating online gambling. 2003 Leading game provider, Aristocrat, began offering games online, increasing local online pokies availability.
2010s: Advancements and Innovations 🌐
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Year Event 2010 HTML5 technology becomes widely used, enhancing game graphics and user experience on mobile devices. 2015 New regulations arose, leading to the closure of many non-compliant online casinos targeting Australian players.
2020s: Current Trends and the Future 🔮
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Year Event 2020 The rise of live dealer games, merging in-person experiences with online formats, becomes a trend. 2023 Virtual reality (VR) pokies are being developed, providing an immersive gambling experience.
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