🕰️ The Origins of Casinos (Pre-18th Century)
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Ancient Civilizations
Event Description Chinese Gambling (c. 2300 BC) The earliest forms of gambling emerge with dice games. Roman Empire (c. 1st Century AD) Gambling becomes popular, with games like tabula and alea.
🎲 The Rise of Modern Casinos (18th – 19th Century)
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Venetian Gambling Houses (1638)
Event Description First Official Casino The Ridotto opens in Venice, formalizing gambling practices. -
Monte Carlo Casino (1863)
Event Description Luxury and Design The casino becomes a symbol of wealth and high society.
🤑 The Boom of Gambling in the 20th Century
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Las Vegas Strip (1940s)
Event Description First Major Casinos The Flamingo and The Sands open, attracting tourists. -
Legalization of Gambling
Event Description New Jersey (1976) Gambling legalized, leading to the opening of Atlantic City casinos.
🌐 The Digital Revolution (21st Century)
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Online Casinos Emergence (1994)
Event Description The First Online Casino InterCasino launches, marking the beginning of internet gambling. -
Mobile Gaming Boom (2010s)
Event Description Casino Apps The introduction of apps makes gambling accessible anywhere.
🔮 Future of Real Money Casinos
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Technological Advancements
Event Description Blockchain and Cryptocurrencies Usage of decentralized currencies in online gambling platforms.