Josef Průša Declares Open Hardware Desktop 3D Printing “Dead
Josef Průša has declared “open hardware desktop 3D printing is dead”.
X1Plus Expander Unlocks Ethernet, GPIO, and USB Control for Bambu Lab X1C
Want your Bambu Lab X1C to do even more? The The X1Plus Expander can do that.
Chinese Researchers Develop Lunar Regolith 3D Printer for Future Moon Construction
Researchers have developed a lunar regolith 3D printer.
China Successfully Tests 3D Printed Jet Engine, Advancing Aerospace Independence
News of a China-developed, 3D-printed mini jet engine shows how the technology is enabling global change.
Hanwha Philly Shipyard: Anchoring the Future of Shipbuilding with 3D Printing
Preeti Sulibhavi and Jacob Nolan set sail on a journey to discover Hanwha Philly Shipyard and its increasing use of 3D printing.
Bambu Lab Launches Farm Manager Software for Scalable 3D Printer Fleet Control
Bambu Lab announced new software to operate print farms made of their printers.
Unidentified Team Claims Breakthrough with Mysterious New Metal AM Process
A curious post on Reddit hints at a new metal 3D printing process.
3D-Fuel Boosts Filament Production and Releases New Print Profiles
3D-Fuel has provided an update on their production restart progress.
From Lab Bench to Launchpad: Regeneron’s Bet on Tomorrow’s Innovators
Charles R. Goulding and Aaron Rofe spotlight how Regeneron’s support for young STEM talent and bold R&D spending is reshaping the frontiers of medicine and manufacturing.
Creality’s SpacePi X4: Advanced Four-Spool, Two-Chamber Filament Dryer
Creality introduced what could be the best filament drying solution on the market: the SpacePi X4.
Sponsor News
Creality’s SpacePi X4: Advanced Four-Spool, Two-Chamber Filament Dryer
Creality introduced what could be the best filament drying solution on the market: the SpacePi X4.
Creality and AMISS Partner to Bring 3D Printing Innovation to Fashion Industry
Creality seems to have developed an entirely new application for 3D printing, this time in the fashion industry.
A Closer Look at PCBWay’s Online 3D Printing Workflow
I took a tour through PCBWay’s online quoting service for 3D prints.
PCBWay Enhances Designer Workflow with New Open-Source Software Integrations
There are some interesting developments at PCBWay.
Creality Unveils Hi Combo: A High-Speed 3D Printer with Automated Filament Switching
Creality launched the anticipated Creality Hi Combo 3D printer today.
Creality Showcases Multicolor 3D Printing with CFS and New Products at CES
Creality just completed the CES show in Las Vegas, and there were some interesting announcements of equipment and other programs.
Creality Launches Soleyin: Affordable Premium 3D Printer Filaments
Creality has launched a new brand: Soleyin. What is it? It’s the brand for a new line of 3D printer filaments produced by Creality. It seems that the company intends to…
Creality Launches 2024 Cloud Designer Awards with $15,000 Prize Pool
Creality has launched its annual Creality Cloud Designer Awards for 2024.
PCBWay Expands 3D Printing Services with Advanced PolyJet Technology
PCBWay introduced a new 3D print service using PolyJet technology.
Research
Chinese Researchers Develop Lunar Regolith 3D Printer for Future Moon Construction
Researchers have developed a lunar regolith 3D printer.
MIT Demonstrates Chip-Based 3D Printer, Paving Way for Volumetric and Mobile 3D Printing
A quiet development at MIT might result in significant changes to 3D printing in the future.
New Bioink Enables 3D Printing of Insulin-Producing Cells for Diabetes Therapy
A major breakthrough in bioprinting has occurred.
Sparc3D Sets New Standard for Image-to-3D with Unmatched Model Detail
A new image-to-3D method promises to create even more detail.
Corporate
Stratasys Absorbs Nexa3D Technologies in Strategic Asset Acquisition Move
Interesting developments from Nexa3D: Stratasys has acquired some of their assets. California-based Nexa3D has marketed several types of 3D printers for industry over the past several years, but unexpectedly stopped operating…
Trumpf Sells Metal 3D Printing Business to Venture Capital Fund
There’s big news in the metal 3D print market: Trumpf has sold its additive manufacturing business.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, July 6, 2025
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, June 29, 2025
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Class Action Filed Against 3D Systems Over Alleged Misleading Disclosures
A new lawsuit has been launched against 3D Systems.
Ideas
Josef Průša Declares Open Hardware Desktop 3D Printing “Dead
Josef Průša has declared “open hardware desktop 3D printing is dead”.
Fake Bambu Lab Websites Target 3D Printer Buyers with Sophisticated Scam
You’d better be careful when shopping for Bambu Lab 3D printers.
DJI Drone Sales Disrupted in U.S. Amid Tariff and Regulatory Pressure: Will Bambu Lab Be Next?
Something very strange is happening to DJI, and I’m wondering if Bambu Lab may follow.
Is the Original Ender-3 Now Obsolete? Why Donating It Might Not Be the Best Option
I read a post where someone was asking what they should do with their aging Ender-3 3D printer.
Services
UltiMaker Launches MakerBot Nebula with AI Curriculum Builder and Grant Assistant
UltiMaker announced a new educational program, MakerBot Nebula.
MyMiniFactory Launches Premium Merchant Program to Protect 3D Designers
MyMiniFactory has announced a new program called “Premium Merchant” that hopes to resolve problems for 3D designers.
Authentise Offers Bundled Autodesk Fusion and Flows Software for AM Manufacturers
Authentise announced a compelling software bundle for additive manufacturing organizations.
Bambu Lab Overhauls MakerWorld Points System to Curb Abuse and Reward Quality
Bambu Lab is making significant changes to the points system on their 3D model site, Makerworld.
Usage
China Successfully Tests 3D Printed Jet Engine, Advancing Aerospace Independence
News of a China-developed, 3D-printed mini jet engine shows how the technology is enabling global change.
Hanwha Philly Shipyard: Anchoring the Future of Shipbuilding with 3D Printing
Preeti Sulibhavi and Jacob Nolan set sail on a journey to discover Hanwha Philly Shipyard and its increasing use of 3D printing.
From Lab Bench to Launchpad: Regeneron’s Bet on Tomorrow’s Innovators
Charles R. Goulding and Aaron Rofe spotlight how Regeneron’s support for young STEM talent and bold R&D spending is reshaping the frontiers of medicine and manufacturing.
Healing in 3D: How Ricoh’s Printers Are Now Saving Lives
Preeti Sulibhavi and Jacob Nolan spotlight Ricoh’s leap into 3D printing and how it is reshaping healthcare with personalized surgical planning, in-hospital innovation studios, and groundbreaking clinical partnerships.