🕰️ Early Developments (1895 – 1990)

• Invention of the Mechanical Slot Machine by Charles Fey in 1895.
• The first video slot machine introduced in the 1970s revolutionizing gaming.
• Development of the first online casino in 1994 by Microgaming.

Event	Date
Invention of Mechanical Slot Machine	1895
First Video Slot Machine	1970s
Launch of the First Online Casino	1994

💻 Rise of Online Casinos (1990 – 2000)

• Early 1990s: Introduction of software companies like MicroGaming and NetEnt.
• Establishment of the Interactive Gaming Council to regulate online gambling.
• 2000: The first online slot games become available to players.

Event	Date
Emergence of Software Companies	Early 1990s
Creation of Interactive Gaming Council	1997
Launch of First Online Slot Games	2000

🚀 Expansion and Innovation (2000 – 2010)

• Proliferation of online casinos leading to increased competition.
• Introduction of themed slots based on popular culture.
• Mobile slots become popular with the advancement of smartphone technology.

Event	Date
Increase in Online Casino Competition	2000s
Launch of Themed Slot Machines	Mid-2000s
Rise of Mobile Slots	2010

🌐 The Modern Era (2010 – Present)

• Introduction of live dealer games enhancing player experience.
• Growth of cryptocurrency casinos and blockchain technology.
• Ongoing innovation in gameplay, graphics, and user experience.

Event	Date
Launch of Live Dealer Games	2013
Emergence of Cryptocurrency Casinos	2014
Continuous Innovation in Slot Design	2020s