Five passengers died in a catastrophic implosion of the Titan submersible near the Titanic wreckage, with increased regulation of the adventure-tourism industry possibly on the horizon.
Tragic incident: The U.S. Coast Guard confirmed the five passengers died in the Titan submersible implosion and recovery efforts could be difficult.
* The expedition was subject to looser regulations due to being on international waters.
* The passengers were known for their love of adventure and risk-taking.
Potential consequences: The high-profile incident may lead to more regulation in the adventure-tourism industry.
* OceanGate founder and CEO Stockton Rush, one of the passengers, has a personal connection to the Titanic through his wife, who is a descendant of a couple who died in the shipwreck.
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