🌟 The Origins of Keno (Ancient Times – 19th Century)
- 🔹 **Ancient China (205-187 BC)**: Keno’s origins trace back to ancient China, where a similar game was played to fund wars.
- 🔹 **The Game of Keno (19th Century)**: Keno was formalized as a gambling game, gaining popularity among Chinese immigrants in the 1800s.
Year | Event |
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205 BC | Use of a lottery-like game in China. |
1800s | Keno becomes popular among Chinese immigrants in the USA. |
🎰 The Rise of Keno in Modern Casinos (20th Century)
- 🔹 **1940s**: Keno is introduced in Las Vegas casinos, broadening its appeal.
- 🔹 **1970s**: The game undergoes modernization with electronic keno systems.
Year | Event |
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1940s | Keno debuts in Las Vegas, becoming a staple of casino gaming. |
1970s | Introduction of electronic keno, enhancing player experience. |
💻 The Advent of Online Keno (21st Century)
- 🔹 **1995**: The first online casinos emerge, making keno accessible online.
- 🔹 **2002**: Keno becomes a featured game in numerous online casino platforms.
- 🔹 **2020s**: Live dealer keno is introduced, merging online play with live interactions.
Year | Event |
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1995 | Launch of the first online casinos that include keno. |
2002 | Keno becomes a popular online game across multiple platforms. |
2020s | Enhanced experience with live dealer keno games. |