History of Casino in Timeline

A casino is a facility designed for certain types of gambling activities. These establishments are frequently located near or integrated with hotels, resorts, restaurants, retail shops, cruise ships, and other tourist attractions. In addition to gambling, some casinos are renowned for offering live entertainment, including stand-up comedy, concerts, and sports events.

1917: Founding of Casinò di Campione

In 1917, Casinò di Campione was founded in the Italian enclave of Campione d'Italia, serving as a site to gather information from foreign diplomats during World War I.

1931: Legalization of Gambling in Nevada

In 1931, gambling was legalized throughout the state of Nevada, leading to the establishment of the first legalized casinos in the United States.

1933: Original Casinò di Campione Building Constructed

In 1933, the original building of Casinò di Campione was constructed. It remained in use until the new premises were built in 2007.

July 1964: Opening of Dragonara Palace Casino

On July 15, 1964, the historic Dragonara Palace in Malta was opened as a casino, located at the princely residence of Dragonara.

1976: New Jersey Legalizes Gambling in Atlantic City

In 1976, New Jersey allowed gambling in Atlantic City, making it the second largest gambling city in the United States after Las Vegas.

1989: Opening of The Mirage Casino

When it opened in 1989, The Mirage was the first casino to use cameras full-time on all table games, setting a new standard for security in casinos.

1999: Macau Becomes a Special Administrative Region

In 1999, Macau became a special administrative region of the People's Republic of China. It has since become a popular gambling destination, surpassing Las Vegas as the largest gambling market in the world.

2004: Impact of Casinos on Local Crime Rates

In 2004, a report by the US Department of Justice found that local crime rates often double or triple within three years of a casino's opening. The report also highlighted a higher percentage of problem gamblers among arrestees in Las Vegas and Des Moines compared to the general population.

2007: New Casinò di Campione Premises Opened

In 2007, Casinò di Campione moved into new premises covering more than 55,000 square meters, making it the largest casino in Europe at the time.

2011: Addictiveness of Modern Slot Machines Questioned

In 2011, investigative reports began to question whether modern-day slot machines are addictive, raising concerns about their impact on gamblers.

2011: Revenue of Top Casino Operators

In 2011, the accumulated revenue of the biggest casino operator companies worldwide amounted to almost US$55 billion. SJM Holdings Ltd. led with $9.7 billion, followed by Las Vegas Sands Corp. with $7.4 billion, and Caesars Entertainment with $6.2 billion.

September 30, 2015: Vietnamese Survey on Casino Access

On September 30, 2015, a survey by the Vietnamese Institute for Sustainable Regional Development revealed that 71% of respondents believed allowing Vietnamese individuals to access casinos would increase the number of players, with positive impacts on job opportunities and investment attraction.