Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
From fake kingdoms to fraudulent phone-ins, British history is packed with jaw-dropping deception. Join us as we count down the most infamous scams to ever fool investors, broadcasters, charities, and even the public at large. Our picks include Donald Crowhurst, Nick Leeson, Poyais, iSpoof and more! Which shady scheme shocked you most? From Ponzi schemes and benefits fraud to crypto cons and scandalous phone-ins, these notorious cases show just how creative criminals can be when money is on the line. Let us know in the comments below!
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WatchMojo UK is your source for British Top 10s, covering popular shows like Doctor Who, Strictly Come Dancing, Great British Bake Off, Coronation Street, The Morning, Good Morning Britain, The Graham Norton Show, Sherlock, and more! We also cover the latest in British Movies, Music
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From fake kingdoms to fraudulent phone-ins, British history is packed with jaw-dropping deception. Join us as we count down the most infamous scams to ever fool investors, broadcasters, charities, and even the public at large. Our picks include Donald Crowhurst, Nick Leeson, Poyais, iSpoof and more! Which shady scheme shocked you most? From Ponzi schemes and benefits fraud to crypto cons and scandalous phone-ins, these notorious cases show just how creative criminals can be when money is on the line. Let us know in the comments below!
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WatchMojo UK is your source for British Top 10s, covering popular shows like Doctor Who, Strictly Come Dancing, Great British Bake Off, Coronation Street, The Morning, Good Morning Britain, The Graham Norton Show, Sherlock, and more! We also cover the latest in British Movies, Music
#British #History #UK
