🎲 The Origins of Casinos (Pre-19th Century)
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📜 Early Beginnings
Year Event Ancient Times The use of gambling dice in ancient China, India, and Egypt. Renaissance The creation of gambling houses in Italy.
🏛️ The Rise of Modern Casinos (19th Century)
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🎉 Establishment of Casino de Monte-Carlo
Year Event 1863 The opening of Casino de Monte-Carlo in Monaco, marking the birth of the modern casino. -
♠️ Development of Las Vegas
Year Event 1931 Legalization of casino gambling in Nevada, paving the way for Las Vegas as a gambling hub.
🌍 Global Expansion of Casinos (20th Century)
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🃏 The Birth of Las Vegas Strip
Year Event 1946 The opening of the Flamingo Hotel Casino, starting the development of the Las Vegas Strip. -
🌐 Rise of Online Gambling
Year Event 1994 The first online casino is launched, transforming how people gamble.
📈 The Modern Era of Casinos (21st Century)
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🎰 Regulation and Legislation
Year Event 2006 The implementation of the Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act in the USA. -
💻 Rise of Mobile Gaming
Year Event 2010s Explosion of mobile casino apps, making gambling accessible on smartphones.