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Following the incident, a debate unfolded on whether this tragic event would deter or transform the underwater exploration industry. Some posited that capitalistic innovation would respond to the opening in the market by developing safer alternatives. The idea being, rather than shutting down such tourism, the events might catalyze advancements in safety measures.
The conversation echoed sentiments familiar in the realm of American capitalism, suggesting that there would always be entrepreneurs eager to capitalize on new opportunities arising from adversity. There's a notion that upon assessing failures, there's potential to engineer solutions or "luxury vessels" capable of maneuvering risks once thought insurmountable.