🏛️ The Early History of Casinos (Before 1800)

• 🔹 **The Origins of Gambling**: The concept of gambling dates back to ancient civilizations, including the Chinese, Egyptians, and Romans.

Event	Year	Details
First Dice Evidence	3000 BC	Found in ancient Mesopotamia, dice are one of the earliest forms of gambling.
Roman Civilization	100 BC – 400 AD	Gambling was a popular pastime among Romans, including games like dice and betting on gladiatorial contests.

🎲 Rise of Modern Casinos (1800-1900)

• 🔹 **The First Modern Casino**: The Casino di Venezia in Italy became the first recognized casino in the world.

Event	Year	Details
Casino di Venezia Opens	1638	This casino laid the groundwork for modern gambling establishments.
Monte Carlo Casino	1863	Monte Carlo became famous for its luxurious casinos, attracting the wealthy.

🌍 Global Expansion of Casinos (1900-1950)

• 🔹 **Legalization and Growth**: Many countries began to legalize gambling to benefit from tourism.

Event	Year	Details
Nevada Legalizes Gambling	1931	The U.S. state of Nevada became a gambling hub with the establishment of Las Vegas.
Establishment of Casino Royale	1953	A landmark moment in the portrayal of casinos, popularized by Ian Fleming’s James Bond.

💻 The Digital Casino Era (2000-Present)

• 🔹 **Online Gambling Revolution**: The rise of the internet led to the establishment of online casinos.

Event	Year	Details
First Online Casino Launch	1994	The first online casino, InterCasino, opened its virtual doors.
Legislation Changes	2013	Many regions, including New Jersey, began to legalize and regulate online gambling.