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Supreme Court Says “Yes” to Regulating Ghost Guns—Including 3D Printed Guns

In a major decision today, the U.S. Supreme Court said that the government can treat ghost guns (including those made with 3D printers) like regular firearms. That means kits and…

3D Printing Financials: Prodways Ends 2024 with a Profit

After a tough couple of years, Prodways (EPA: PWG) is starting to bounce back. The French 3D printing company finally made a profit in 2024, improved its operating performance, and…

Thai Startup OsseoLabs to Cut Surgery Time with 3D Printed Magnesium Implants

A patient undergoing mandibular reconstructive surgery typically faces two separate operations: one to place a custom-fit titanium plate and another month later to remove it. But what if that second…

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Will Nano Dimension Be Forced to Buy Desktop Metal? Chancery Court Says “Yes”

For the latest updates (as of March 25, 2025), see the end of this article. Desktop Metal’s future is hanging in the balance. The company, once a major player in…

Lumafield Secures $75M to Boost CT Inspection for 3D Printing and Beyond

Industrial X-ray CT technology is changing how manufacturers catch product defects before they become expensive failures. This is particularly important for industries that rely on precision manufacturing, like 3D printing….

MIT’s Xstrings: 3D Printing That Moves Like Magic

MIT‘s Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (CSAIL) has created a new way to 3D print objects that can move. Called Xstrings, this method prints cables inside the object so…

3D Printing Financials: Nikon Bets on SLM Solutions for 2025 Growth

Nikon‘s (TYO: 7731) financial results for the third quarter reflect the challenges of a shifting market, but its investments in 3D printing continue to show promise. While the company’s legacy…

Daring AM: 3D Printing Antennas, Factories, and Rockets in Space

From 3D printed antennas rising 100,000 feet above Earth to futuristic orbital factories and metal parts made in space, 3D printing is reshaping how we build for space. In three…

New FABRX Study Says 3D Printed Pills Cuts Costs by 35%

For patients who need specially made medications, traditional pharmacy methods can be slow, expensive, and not always precise. FABRX is changing that with 3D printing, making personalized prescriptions faster, safer,…

3D Printing Financials: Stratasys Ends 2024 with Cost Cuts and Growth Plans

Stratasys (Nasdaq: SSYS) has wrapped up 2024 with stronger margins but a full-year net loss. The polymer 3D printing leader navigated a year of economic headwinds, restructuring efforts, and shifting…

3D Printing Financials: AML3D and Titomic Bet Big on U.S. Growth

Australia’s leading metal 3D printing companies, AML3D and Titomic, are expanding fast, but their financial results show different paths. AML3D (ASX: AL3) delivered a 206% revenue increase, crossing the AUD…

Stratasys’ 3D Printing Takes on Cadavers in Surgery Training and Imaging

Stratasys and Siemens Healthineers have developed 3D printed, patient-specific anatomical models that replicate human tissue with incredible accuracy, transforming medical imaging, surgical planning, and education. Traditionally, surgeons have relied on…

3D Printing Financials: Xometry Grows Revenue, Faces Short-Term Margin Dip

Xometry (Nasdaq: XMTR) closed out 2024 on a high note, with growth in its 3D printing marketplace, best-ever gross margins, and positive adjusted EBITDA (earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and…

Shapeways Expands 3D Printing Portfolio with FDM

Shapeways is expanding its 3D printing capabilities with the launch of Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM), a long-requested addition from its industrial customer base. Known for its cost-effectiveness, durability, and versatility,…

Campus Alert: UK Tightens Controls on 3D Printed Firearms at Universities

United Kingdom (UK) authorities are warning that while 3D printing is an incredible tool for innovation, it’s increasingly being misused to for homemade guns, a problem seen in recent cases…

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Building Big: The Unique Business Model Behind re:3D’s Growth with Gigabots

In an industry where economic pressures and supply chain issues have taken their toll, re:3D stands out as a company defying gravity. With its mission to democratize 3D printing and…

Can 3D Printed Hydrogels Turn Water into a Shield to Protect Astronauts from Space Radiation?

Data from numerous missions reveal that in space, without the protection of our planet’s atmosphere and magnetic field, astronauts can receive in just one day nearly as much cosmic radiation…

3D Printing Financials: Materialise’s Q4 Causes 35% Stock Drops

Materialise (Nasdaq: MTLS) has reported its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year 2024. While its medical segment saw strong growth, other areas struggled, leading to a 35%…

3D Printing Financials: Protolabs’ 3D Printing Revenue Slips, Margins Hold Steady

Protolabs (NYSE: PRLB) reported its financial results for 2024, showing a slight drop in total revenue and mixed performance across its service lines. While the company remained profitable, revenue from…

Formlabs and Henry Schein Team up to Reimagine Digital Dentistry

A trip to the dentist is about to get much faster thanks to a new collaboration between Formlabs and healthcare powerhouse Henry Schein. The two companies have joined forces for…

Rocket Lab’s 3D Printed Engines Propel IoT Satellites—and a Stock Surge

Rocket Lab‘s (NasdaqCM: RKLB) recent launch of five satellites for French Internet of Things (IoT) operator Kinéis has not only advanced global connectivity but also stressed the key role of…

Space 2025: Arkisys CEO David Barnhart Talks the Future of Space Industry Growth

The space industry is changing fast, driven by growing investment, big government plans, a surge of 3D printing innovations from private companies, and the critical role of sustainable space infrastructure….

Kombucha for Healing: SeoulTech’s Bioink Brings Bioprinting One Step Closer to the ER

A handheld pen that applies tailor-made bioink directly onto wounds could soon become a reality, thanks to an unexpected but powerful ingredient: Kombucha. Researchers at Seoul National University of Science…

UK’s First Homegrown Rocket Launch Nears Reality with £20M Investment

A UK-built rocket launching into space from British soil could finally happen soon. The UK has been working toward this for over a decade. In 2017, the government ramped up…