I remember that. I reported it to YouTube and never heard anything back. Days later it was still running.

I remember looking at the chain and seeing over 6 figures sent in to the address. It was also timed to line up with one of Musk's "big announcements", which helped it be plausible.

As you said, it was very convincing to a layman - but YouTube aren't laymen, and they must have had dozens if not hundreds of reports about that scam.

Thanks for reminding me of that.