Since the very first casino opened its doors, an endless war has raged between the operators trying to protect their money and the criminals trying to steal it.

The casino's "Eye in the Sky" catches most of them eventually, but recognizing the signs of a scam unfolding right next to you is a fascinating skill.

Past Posting: The Art of the Late Bet

Past posting occurs when a cheater incredibly quickly and silently adds additional chips to their winning bet exactly a split second after the winning outcome is determined.

While the dealer's eyes are momentarily distracted by the sudden commotion, the extra high-denomination chips are seamlessly slid onto the winning betting circle.

• Past posting involves adding chips to a bet after the player already knows they have won
• It is also called "late betting" and is most common on the crowded, chaotic roulette tables
• Cheaters use palm-palming techniques to hide the extra chips in their hands

The Complex Scam of Edge Sorting

In card games like Blackjack and Baccarat, the entire house edge relies entirely on the fact that the next card in the shoe is a complete mystery.

By convincing the dealer to rotate specific high-value cards 180 degrees, the player can easily identify them before they are dealt, completely destroying the house edge.

Dice Sliding at the Craps Table

However, highly skilled mechanics attempt a scam known as "dice sliding," which completely removes the random tumble of the dice.

This mathematically alters the probability of hitting a 7, giving the cheater a massive, incredibly illegal advantage over the house.

If you suspect a player at your table is manipulating the game, simply walk away and let the eye in the sky do its job.