🔙 The Origins of Casino Ownership (Pre-19th Century)
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Year Event Ancient Times First gambling activities occurred in ancient China with betting on games. 1000 BC Use of dice in ancient Egypt reflects early forms of gambling.
🏛️ The Rise of Formal Casinos (19th Century)
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Year Event 1820 The establishment of the first modern casino, the Casino di Venezia, in Italy. 1863 The opening of the first casino in Monte Carlo, setting the stage for luxury gambling.
🎰 The Boom of Casinos in America (20th Century)
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Year Event 1931 Nevada legalizes gambling, leading to the rise of Las Vegas as a gambling hotspot. 1976 Atlantic City opens its first casino, diversifying American gambling experiences. 1989 Introduction of riverboat casinos in the Midwest, expanding the market further.
🌐 Online Casino Ownership Emergence (21st Century)
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Year Event 1994 Antigua and Barbuda pass a law allowing online gambling licenses. 2004 Full Tilt Poker and other platforms launch, changing the face of gambling. 2013 New Jersey allows online gambling, marking a significant legal advance in the U.S.
🔍 Current Trends in Casino Ownership (2020s)
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Year Event 2020 The COVID-19 pandemic shifts the focus to online and mobile gaming, redefining ownership models. 2023 Increased regulation and a focus on responsible gambling practices shape the future of casino ownership.
