1 The Biggest Casino Heists in History
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The immense amount of cash flowing through casinos naturally attracts the world's most ambitious criminals.

These legendary stories read like Hollywood movie scripts, involving insider knowledge and incredible audacity.
Bill Brennan and the Stardust Robbery
One of the most famous unsolved casino heists occurred in 1992 at the legendary Stardust Casino.

He was never seen or heard from again, becoming an enduring legend in Las Vegas lore.
Stolen amount was roughly $500,000No violence or weapons were usedThe FBI never solved the cold case Phil Ivey and the Baccarat Edge
Professional poker player Phil Ivey used a technique called "edge sorting" to beat the house.

The casinos eventually realized what was happening and refused to pay out the massive winnings.
Hacking the Casino Surveillance System
The hacker used the surveillance cameras to look at the dealer's cards during VIP games.

The casino eventually discovered the breach and managed to recover most of the stolen funds.
ThiefLocationTechniqueBill BrennanLas VegasWalked out with bagPhil IveyLondonEdge Sorting Cards
These incredible stories remind us that casinos are engaged in a constant arms race with clever criminals.