🔍 Early Beginnings (16th – 18th Century)
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🎲 The Origins of Gambling Year Event 16th Century Introduction of gambling in Europe with the popularity of card games. 1716 First official casino opened in Venice, Italy.
🏰 The Rise of Casinos (19th Century)
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🏅 Expansion of Casinos Year Event 1820 Establishment of the first modern casino in Baden-Baden, Germany. 1863 The introduction of roulette in casinos in France.
🌍 Global Proliferation (20th Century)
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💰 Growth of Casino Culture Year Event 1931 Nevada legalizes gambling, leading to the rise of Las Vegas. 1978 New Jersey allows gambling in Atlantic City, further popularizing casinos.
📱 The Digital Age (21st Century)
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💻 Online Gambling Revolution Year Event 1994 The first online casino is launched. 2010s Rise of mobile gaming, making casino games more accessible.
🔮 Current Trends (2020 – Present)
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🆕 Innovations in Casino Gaming Year Event 2020 Virtual Reality casinos start to emerge, providing immersive experiences. 2023 Blockchain technology is adopted by several online casinos for transparency.
For a deeper understanding of casino and gambling evolution, visit:
Gambling History Alliance