As you step into a casino, collect your chips at the cash desk, and get ready to play, you inherently believe in the possibility of winning. This assurance is built on the idea that bet outcomes are produced randomly, offering everyone a fair shot at success. However, when it comes to online gambling, the situation isn’t always as clear-cut.
Previously, random numbers were produced exclusively by the game server, giving the casino full control over the outcomes. Players had to place their trust entirely in the casino, with the hope that the outcomes were not being tampered with. Due to the opaque nature of the process and possible conflicts of interest, fair gaming practices were developed, and today Stake casino fully embraces this principle.
How Both Casino and Player Contribute to Random Outcomes
To maintain transparency, current casino technology leverages both casino and player input during the random number generation process. This is achieved through pseudorandom number generators and specialized cryptographic algorithms, where a key element is the “seed”—the starting value used in the process.
The process works as follows:
- Casino’s Encrypted Seed: At game start, the casino provides an encrypted seed, similar to locking a value in an envelope that cannot be tampered with until it is revealed.
- The Player Contributes Their Own Seed: The player also provides a seed that is used as part of the algorithm to generate a random result.
- Revealing the Casino Seed: After the game, the casino discloses its original seed, enabling players to verify that the random outcome was fairly produced without bias.
Commitment Schemes: The Backbone of Transparency
To avoid fraudulent practices, the casino withholds its seed until the game is over. By using one-way hash functions or cryptographic methods, the casino creates a commitment that ensures the seed cannot be changed once it’s locked in. Post-game, the revealed seed can be cross-checked with the initial commitment by anyone, confirming that the outcome was tamper-free.
Why Does This Matter to You?
At a physical casino, placing a bet on roulette means neither the player nor the dealer has any influence over the spin’s outcome. Online games, particularly those powered by Stake technology, follow the same principle where results are generated randomly to guarantee fairness. With this technology, you can independently check each bet to be sure that the game was played openly and fairly.
Modern advancements enable Stake not only to ensure game transparency but also to publish available information about the RTP (Return to Player) for slot machines operated under license from trusted providers. This extra disclosure reinforces that every element of the gaming process adheres to the strictest standards of fairness and security.
Conclusion
When both the casino and player participate in generating random numbers, it removes any chance for manipulation and ensures fairness. Stake is committed to upholding the principles of transparency and security by offering self-developed games that meet strict industry standards. This guarantees that every wager is handled fairly and every game is played on an even playing field.
Thanks to advanced cryptographic methods and a commitment to openness, you can be confident that when you place your bets at Stake, your wagers are in safe hands and every game result is produced as randomly and transparently as possible.
