The Shadow Bank Pulling the Strings: What the BIS Has Planned for Your Money

The Hidden Powerhouse You’ve Never Heard Of

The BIS—known as the “central bank of central banks”—was created in 1930, originally to manage Germany’s war reparations after WWI. But don’t be fooled: this institution has grown into a global financial powerhouse, one that’s strategically unaccountable and largely immune from oversight. It’s designed to operate in secrecy, often hidden from public view and with an immunity to Swiss law that’s rarely questioned.

Think of the BIS as a government behind governments, deciding on key economic directions without a shred of accountability to the people it affects. And make no mistake, the folks who meet there—63 member banks that represent 90% of the world’s GDP—aren’t discussing lunch menus. They’re discussing economic policies that affect our jobs, savings, and even personal freedoms.

How BIS Skirted Accountability

Let’s dive into some of its history. The BIS was structured to be as untouchable as a diplomatic organization. Its officials have lifelong immunity under Swiss law—unless they commit an “obviously criminal” act. Meaning, if a BIS official breaks a law on Swiss soil, the authorities can’t do a thing if that person makes it back to BIS headquarters. It’s essentially like an embassy, yet unlike any other institution, it holds financial power over entire nations.

And during WWII? The BIS didn’t just sit on the sidelines; it played ball with the Nazis, a stain on its record that it’s never truly accounted for. In fact, two men behind its foundation were Montagu Norman, the head of the Bank of England, and Hjalmar Schacht, who later became Hitler’s Minister of Economics. That’s right—the BIS was co-founded by one of the Nazi regime’s chief economic architects.

The Secret Behind the Euro

After WWII, the BIS didn’t just fade into the background. Instead, it reinvented itself, playing a crucial role in designing the Euro, the single currency for much of Europe. This wasn’t some democratic decision where people got a say; it was handled behind closed doors by the BIS. The whole structure of Europe’s currency today, from the Eurozone to monetary policy, can be traced back to discussions that everyday Europeans never knew about.

So when you think about the Euro, remember that it didn’t “just happen.” It was part of a much bigger agenda, a power play orchestrated in no small part by the BIS. And it’s a textbook example of how this institution operates—quietly, persistently, and away from the public eye.

Controlling Gold: The London Gold Pool

Gold prices have long been a thorn in the side of central banks, and the BIS has made sure to keep the precious metal under its thumb whenever possible. Back in 1961, it helped create the London Gold Pool, an arrangement among central banks to keep gold prices fixed at $35 an ounce. They knew that gold was a threat to their control of fiat currencies, so they rigged the game, plain and simple.

This manipulation couldn’t last forever, though. When the London Gold Pool collapsed, gold prices shot up, revealing just how out of control the central banks had become. But this isn’t a story of failure for the BIS—it’s a story of how far they’re willing to go to control a commodity that could undermine their financial influence.

Basel Accords: Rules for Everyone But the Rulers

Through its Basel Committee, the BIS establishes rules, known as the Basel Accords, which regulate commercial banks worldwide. Think about that—this unelected institution sets the rules that decide how much credit banks can extend, impacting home loans, car loans, and small business financing. The BIS even declared gold a “tier-one asset” in 2019, giving it higher standing in the banking system.

But ask yourself this: If they’re willing to make rules that govern everyone else, why do they continue to remain ungoverned themselves?

The New Threat: Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs)

This brings us to today’s biggest concern—the rise of central bank digital currencies (CBDCs). The BIS is pushing hard for CBDCs, and its Innovation Hub is leading projects like Project mBridge, which aims to create a global digital currency network. It’s a scheme that would give central banks unprecedented control over people’s money. Forget cash in hand—CBDCs could allow governments to track, limit, and even freeze funds with the click of a button.

Now, the BIS recently announced it’s stepping away from Project mBridge, claiming it’s because “the partners can carry it on by themselves.” But don’t be fooled. The BIS has laid the groundwork, and the project is set to proceed full steam ahead. It’s only a matter of time before CBDCs become a reality, bringing a level of financial surveillance that makes today’s banking system look like the Wild West.

Final Thoughts: Protecting Your Wealth in a World of Unseen Agendas

The BIS has always acted in its own interest and for the interests of those it represents—major central banks and powerful financial players. The secrecy, immunity, and power it wields over the global financial system is unparalleled. From controlling gold to now promoting digital currencies, the BIS has shaped world economies without accountability. For everyday people, this spells a future where financial freedoms continue to erode unless we take action.

Here’s my advice: if you want a hedge against this system, consider precious metals like gold and silver. They’ve withstood manipulation efforts before, and they aren’t tied to a digital ledger controlled by unelected bureaucrats. To understand the stakes and how to protect yourself, I recommend downloading Bill Brocius’s eBook, Seven Steps to Protect Yourself from Bank Failure. And don’t wait until it’s too late—subscribe to Dedollarize’s insights here.

Remember, in times of crisis, it’s not about trusting what the powers-that-be say—it’s about securing what they can’t take away.