Cracking the Code: Beating Roulette Legitimately

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Source: kottke.org
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A group of gamblers found a way to beat roulette without cheating by placing bets on specific sections of the wheel and covering multiple numbers at once. They had a high win rate and were able to double their money despite risking large sums on single spins. The gamblers seemed to be in a state of flow, reacting almost unconsciously to the game. The ability to understand and connect with machines on an almost unconscious level is comparable to musical talent and can be seen in skilled mechanics.

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