The Colosseum is shown with an enlarged poker chip inside.

We know them for gladiators and chariots, now learn how they also gave us casino chips. From Ancient Rome, with love.

A plate is shown with a knife, spoon and fork. A pair of dice rests upon the spoon and fork.

You’ve heard the expression, now read the questionably palatable tale of how it came into existence.

Image Alt Text A row of jerseys are shown with various words related to sports betting such as budget, sportsbook, odds, market, bet type

Ever wondered how to bet on sports, but were too afraid to ask? We’ve got you covered. Read up and hit the field.

A Virtual Reality headset is held up. Casino imagery is reflected on the surface of the headset lenses.

Virtual Reality headset? Check. Smart play strategies? Always. Time to gaze into the future of gambling.

A man with long hair and a long beard is seen holding cards

Saddle up for the tale of the world’s longest poker game—from the infamous Bird Cage Theatre in Tombstone, AZ.

A robotic arm reveals four cards: an Ace of Clubs, an Ace of Diamonds, an Ace of Hearts and an Ace of Spades. Next to the cards is a small stack of casino chips.

With an endless mix of numbers, card combos and dice rolls, strategy-based gambling games present an excellent way for developers to hone their AI chops.

Against a wooden wall are a guitar, a cowboy hat, a tablet and a Western poster. The tablet screen shows imagery for an Ultimate Texas Hold’em digital offering.

A Texas casino classic. Learn about the basics before trying your hand at OLG’s Ultimate Texas Hold’em demo.

Icons typically seen on slot machines are printed on gumballs, representing the role of gumballs in the history of slot machines.

From humble (and chewable) beginnings to today’s multi-reel powerhouses, we’ve got the inside scoop on the origin of slots. Read 5 fun facts!

A hand holds up two lottery tickets. Printed on these tickets are the jackpot odds for some popular lotteries. The ticket on the left displays the jackpot odds for ONTARIO 49 being 1 in 13,983,816 on the top third of the ticket. The ticket on the right displays the jackpot odds for LOTTO MAX being 1 in 33,294,800 on the top third of the ticket. In the mid-section of the ticket on the right, the jackpot odds for LOTTO 6/49 are 1 in 13,983,816.

LOTTO MAX, LOTTO 6/49, ONTARIO 49 or LOTTARIO? We break down the odds on lottery classics to help you decide which game to play.

A lady has her arms crossed with a tattoo that says “Craps”

Learn how an unassuming New Jersey grandma rolled the world’s longest ever Craps run. What you’re about to read is true.

A scroll shows the design of a Craps table

Read the epic true tale of Craps—from ancient Roman pastime, to the game of chance we know today.

A casino layout is drawn out against a green felt background. On the far left is a blackjack table, near the middle is a Welcome sign, in the middle are the areas for slots and poker. On the far right is an area for roulette.

From colours to sounds, design plays a large role in our interactions with the world. Here’s how psychology enhances the gambling experience.

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Rome’s casino connection

No dice! A rolling history.

A rookie’s guide to sports bets

Gambling goes meta

The Longest Poker Game, Ever

AI & Real Gaming Strategy

Playin’ Texas Hold’em Online

Gumballs to Gambling Halls

Ironing Out Lottery Odds

The “golden-armed” grandma

From Colosseum to Casino

Casino Design & You