The Rise of Online Casinos: 2000-2005
The early 2000s saw a significant increase in the popularity of online casinos, with more software developers entering the market and introducing new games. This period also witnessed the launch of the first online casino with mobile gaming by Microgaming in 2002, allowing players to access games on their mobile phones. Playtech, another software development company, launched an online casino with live dealer games in 2004, further enhancing the gaming experience for players.