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🔙 Early 20th Century: The Birth of Slot Machines

• 🔔 1895: The First Slot Machine

  Date	Event	Significance
  1895	Charles Fey invented the first practical slot machine, the Liberty Bell.	This machine introduced the three-reel design that became standard for future slots.

• 🎰 1907: The First Commercial Slot Machine

  Date	Event	Significance
  1907	Manufacturing of the first commercial machine began.	It led to the mass production of slot machines and their appearance in bars and saloons.

📈 1930s: Boom in Popularity

• 💵 1931: Legalization of Gambling in Nevada

  Date	Event	Significance
  1931	Nevada legalized gambling, allowing slot machines in casinos.	This event marked the beginning of a thriving gambling industry in Las Vegas.

• 🎉 1933: Introduction of the “Fruit Machine”

  Date	Event	Significance
  1933	Launch of “fruit machines” with fruit symbols increasing attraction.	This concept became a staple in slot machine designs, enhancing player engagement.

💻 1990s: The Rise of Video Slots

• 🌐 1996: Online Gambling Emergence

  Date	Event	Significance
  1996	First online casino launched, featuring digital slot machines.	This opened up a new era for gambling, making it accessible from home.

• 📊 1998: Development of Progressives

  Date	Event	Significance
  1998	Introduction of progressive jackpot slots.	These machines linked various games, creating massive jackpots that attracted players.

👾 2000s and Beyond: Evolution Continues

• 🏆 2010: Mobile Slot Gaming Emergence

  Date	Event	Significance
  2010	First mobile-friendly slot games launched.	This allowed players to enjoy slots on-the-go, increasing accessibility.

• 🌍 2020: Live Dealer Slots Introduced

  Date	Event	Significance
  2020	Introduction of live dealer slot games.	This innovative feature creates a more immersive and interactive gaming experience.

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