3D Printing

3D Printing Could Help Now, Except for the IP Issues

Next time there's a crisis, let's make sure we have the ability to manufacture basic plastic goods, like PPE, says consultant Cathy Barrera.

Policy & regulation  ·  15 April 2020

Trigger Warning: Why the 3D-Printed Gun Debate Matters to Crypto

No matter where you stand on guns, U.S. states' attempt to silence the publication of software files should be concerning to the blockchain community.

Markets  ·  7 August 2018
Blockchain

Industrial Giant GE Eyes Blockchain in Fight Against 3D-Printing Fakes

General Electric wants to use a blockchain to verify 3D-printed parts in its supply chain, according to a recently published patent filing.

Business  ·  28 June 2018
China

Blockchain’s Killer App? Making Trade Wars Obsolete

A confluence of technologies is poised to dramatically reshape manufacturing and, in the process, render obsolete the international trade regime.

Markets  ·  21 May 2018
Supply Chain

3D Printing Could Be Blockchain’s True Game-Changer

Combined with other emerging tech, blockchain could enable a new paradigm of decentralized, on-demand production and realign global economic power.

Markets  ·  7 May 2018
Exchanges

Bitcoin Now Accepted by 13,000 3D Printers Worldwide

Decentralised printing network 3D Hubs has partnered with BitPay to allow customers in over 140 countries to pay using bitcoin.

Business  ·  11 March 2015
Payments

Fargo 3D Printing Marks Bitcoin Acceptance With Special Offer

The 3D printer startup is now accepting bitcoin payments and is offering a 5% discount on sales to celebrate.

Business  ·  2 May 2014