🕰️ Early History of Slot Machines (Late 19th Century)
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Year Event 1891 First mechanical slot machine created by Sittman and Pitt. 1895 Charles Fey invents the “Liberty Bell,” the first truly successful slot machine.
🎰 The Rise of Electronic Slots (1960s – 1990s)
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Year Event 1963 First electronic slot machine introduced by Bally. 1976 Introduction of the first video slot machine, “Fortune Coin.” 1996 The launch of the first online casino, offering slot games for real cash.
🌐 Online Slots Boom (2000s)
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Year Event 2001 Introduction of progressive jackpot slots online. 2004 Major casino operators begin to offer mobile slot options. 2009 Launch of live dealer slots incorporating real-time streaming.
📈 Recent Developments (2010s – Present)
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Year Event 2012 Legalization of online gambling in various states in the USA. 2016 Introduction of virtual reality slots, enhancing the gaming experience. 2023 Rise of cryptocurrency in online slot cash games.
