📅 Online Gambling in New Jersey: A Historical Overview
2011: The Legalization of Online Gambling
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New Jersey Assembly Bill 2570 was signed into law by Governor Chris Christie.
Event Date Bill Signed February 26, 2013 -
New Jersey becomes the third state in the USA to legalize online gambling, joining Nevada and Delaware.
Event Date Legalization Effective November 26, 2013
2013: Launch of Online Gambling Platforms
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Launch of New Jersey’s Online Casinos, including Borgata’s offerings.
Event Date First Online Casino Goes Live November 2013 -
Borgata Online Casino becomes a significant player in the market.
Event Date Borgata Launch November 21, 2013
2014: Growth of Online Gambling
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First Year of Revenue Reports show promising growth in the online gambling sector.
Event Date First Revenue Reports January 2014 -
Borgata Online Casino exceeds $1 million in revenue in its first month.
Event Date Revenue Milestone December 2013
2017: Expansion and New Regulations
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New regulations implemented to enhance consumer protection and gaming fairness.
Event Date Implementation of New Regulations January 2017 -
Borgata introduces new features to improve user experience and gaming options.
Event Date Feature Update Launch June 2017
2020: The COVID-19 Pandemic Effects
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Surge in Online Gambling Activity due to physical casino closures during the pandemic.
Event Date Increase in Online Players March 2020 -
Borgata reports record profits amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Event Date Profit Report Released August 2020
2023: The Future of Online Gambling in NJ
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Continued Expansion of Borgata’s online gaming offerings and partnerships.
Event Date New Partnerships Announced January 2023 -
Advanced Technologies like Virtual Reality and AI begin to integrate into online platforms.
Event Date Implementation Announcement March 2023