The Black Hand: An Organized Crime History Podcast

Episode 51: Agha Hasan Abedi And The Bank Of Credit And Commerce International

October 25, 2023 Bliss Grieve
Episode 51: Agha Hasan Abedi And The Bank Of Credit And Commerce International
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The Black Hand: An Organized Crime History Podcast
Episode 51: Agha Hasan Abedi And The Bank Of Credit And Commerce International
Oct 25, 2023
Bliss Grieve

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On Episode 51, we delve into the story of Agha Hasan Abedi and The Bank Of Credit and Commerce International, which has been described as one of the biggest banking scandals in history, including fraud and money laundering. at it's height, BCCI collected more than $20 billion dollars in deposits, and a good case can be made, that in effect, all of that money was collected fraudulently, more than that, BCCI was a revolution for banking as a whole, as they were really one of the first international financial institutions, and with their incredibly decentralized operating structure, they were able to circumvent the typical rules of banking, creating a safe haven for those who couldnt afford their money being scrutinized, including the Medellin Cartel, multiple military dictators, and even the CIA. I hope everyone enjoys today's show and tunes back in next week for Episode 52.

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Sources:
Background Music:

Music: Dark Flashes by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com


Intro Music:

Music: Void Glider by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com


Intro audio sources:

Lufthansa clip belongs to The Fox Corporation

“New York City is a warzone” clip belongs to CBS Broadcasting Inc.

Joey Gallo and “Leave by violence” clip belongs to the American Broadcasting Company






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On Episode 51, we delve into the story of Agha Hasan Abedi and The Bank Of Credit and Commerce International, which has been described as one of the biggest banking scandals in history, including fraud and money laundering. at it's height, BCCI collected more than $20 billion dollars in deposits, and a good case can be made, that in effect, all of that money was collected fraudulently, more than that, BCCI was a revolution for banking as a whole, as they were really one of the first international financial institutions, and with their incredibly decentralized operating structure, they were able to circumvent the typical rules of banking, creating a safe haven for those who couldnt afford their money being scrutinized, including the Medellin Cartel, multiple military dictators, and even the CIA. I hope everyone enjoys today's show and tunes back in next week for Episode 52.

PLEASE give us a follow on our socials-
Instagram and Twitter: @theblackhandpod

Sources:
Background Music:

Music: Dark Flashes by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com


Intro Music:

Music: Void Glider by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com


Intro audio sources:

Lufthansa clip belongs to The Fox Corporation

“New York City is a warzone” clip belongs to CBS Broadcasting Inc.

Joey Gallo and “Leave by violence” clip belongs to the American Broadcasting Company






Support the Show.