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2023 Titan tragedy

In June 2023, a submersible called Titan, operated by the company OceanGate, tragically imploded during its descent to explore the wreck of the Titanic in the North Atlantic. The incident resulted in the deaths of all five people on board. The Titan faced criticism for safety concerns, as it had a history of structural issues, and the journey was considered risky. The tragedy raised important questions about the regulation of deep-sea tourism and the safety standards for such expeditions, highlighting the challenges and dangers of exploring extreme underwater environments.