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CK Hutchison is demanding over $1.5 billion from Panama for damages to its investments. The lawsuit stems from the seizure of two ports located at the ends of the Panama Canal by the country.

Hong Kong conglomerate CK Hutchison announced that it is seeking more than $1.5 billion in damages from Panama after the country seized two canal ports. The seizure of the Balboa and Cristobal ports occurred after Panama's Supreme Court ruled a concession held by a subsidiary to run these two ports was unconstitutional. CK Hutchison alleges that Panama breached an investment protection treaty through "sovereign acts" targeting the company's assets.

Amazon is paying $1.5 billion to customers as part of an FTC settlement over misleading Prime sign-up tactics. Eligible customers can claim refunds of up to $51 until July 27, 2026, if they were unknowingly enrolled or failed to cancel Prime between June 2019 and June 2025.

Brazil alleges $1.5 billion was laundered through petrol stations in Rio over six years. A Senate pre-candidate and a former police chief are among the targets in the investigation.

Bitcoin briefly dropped below $62,000, resulting in the loss of $1.5 billion in crypto long positions. The price decline led to significant financial impact on long-term investors.

MARA Holdings is acquiring Long Ridge Energy for $1.5 billion to expand its AI data center infrastructure. The deal underscores growing investment in AI-driven technology and energy solutions.

Royal Caribbean's shares increased due to a resilient demand outlook. The company's Wonder of the Seas cruise ship is docked in Nassau, Bahamas, with cruise lines investing $1.5 billion since 2019 to enhance Caribbean private stops.