Think history’s biggest stories are all about battles and innovation? Think again. This video shines a light on 20 of the craziest scams ever pulled, from massive corporate frauds like WorldCom and Bernard Madoff, to audacious cons like the man who sold the Eiffel Tower twice. These are the kinds of deception stories that read like fiction, but the damage was real. Whether it’s forged identities, false earnings, or “too good to be true” schemes gone global, you’ll learn how these huge frauds took place and why they still matter today. Hit play and walk through the world’s greatest hustles so you can spot the signs before the next one hits.