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Influencers plead not guilty in Instagram trading trial
A group of reality TV stars turned social media influencers have appeared in London's Southwark Crown Court, pleading not guilty to charges related to online investment schemes. The stars, including The Only Way is Essex's Lauren Goodger, Love Island's Biggs Chris and Geordie Shore's Scott Timlin, have been charged with promoting an unauthorised investment scheme to their followers on Instagram. They face up to two years in prison if convicted. The trial has been set for 2027. The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) brought charges against the stars, alleging they were paid to promote a high-risk trading scheme on ... (full story)