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BigRep SE Announces Sale, Delisting, and Liquidation
It looks like some big changes at BigRep are underway.
US Prosecutors Call on Bambu Lab, Creality, and Flashforge to Adopt 3D Printer Blocking Technology
US Prosecutors sent an official letter to major 3D printer manufacturers calling for blocking technology.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, July 5, 2026
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Opponents of California’s AB2047 Mobilize Ahead of Final Public Hearing in Sacramento
The fight against the proposed California law that will cripple 3D printers takes an important step tomorrow.
The Public Does Not Understand California’s Proposed AB2047 Legislation
The fight to stop California’s hugely restrictive 3D printer law, AB2047, is full of misunderstandings.
VulcanForms’ 1 Million-Square-Foot Manufacturing Facility
VulcanForms is expanding.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, June 28, 2026
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Patent Filing Trends Reveal China’s Dominance in 3D Printing Intellectual Property
I did some analysis on 3D print patents to understand where innovation seems to be occurring.
Prometheus Raises Billions to Develop ‘Artificial General Engineer’ for Physical Product Creation
Prometheus Industries is a company that might become very important to additive manufacturing in the future.
Nano Dimension Plans Merger to Exit From the 3D Printing Industry
The Nano Dimension saga appears to be coming to a final conclusion with a rather strange corporate announcement.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, June 21, 2026
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
The TDK-Fabric8Labs Deal Shows the Importance of 3D Print Applications
TDK’s surprise acquisition of Fabric8Labs last week shows how applications truly drive the 3D printing industry.
Formlabs Emerges as a Leading Private 3D Printing Company After Recent Disclosure
We now know a bit more about the secretive business of Formlabs.
Bambu Lab Fails to Invalidate Stratasys Purge Tower Patent in U.S. Patent Office Ruling
Bambu Lab just lost a case against Stratasys. What does this mean?
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, June 13, 2026
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 7, 2026
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
AI-Generated 3D Content Gains Strategic Importance as Tripo Raises US$200M
Tripo just received US$200M, and there’s a reason for that.
Timeline: The Stratasys, Nano Dimension, Desktop Metal, and Markforged Merger Saga
Let’s look at the timeline of the startling corporate moves involving Stratasys and Nano Dimension.
New York’s New 3D Printing Legislation Raises Questions About Feasibility
It happened last week: New York State actually passed their unbelievably infeasible 3D-printed weapon legislation.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, May 31, 2026
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Steakholder Foods Plans US Launch of Perfecta 3D-Printed Plant-Based Meat Products
Some news from Steakholder Foods: they are launching a new product in the US.
Atum3D and AMSYSTEMS Merge to Form Atum Systems
A small corporate merger in the 3D print world took place this week.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, May 24, 2026
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Snapmaker Scoops Up the Full Spectrum Guy
A surprise announcement from Snapmaker today has a noted developer joining their team.
Creality Officially Launches Hong Kong IPO With Huge Estimated Valuation
It looks like the Creality IPO is now live. Multiple reports have the company launching a Hong Kong public offering on the HKEX. A prospectus has been issued for Shenzhen Creality 3D Technology Co., Ltd., with stock code 3388. What does this mean? The long-awaited move to a public company by Creality is now officially… Continue reading Creality Officially Launches Hong Kong IPO With Huge Estimated Valuation
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, May 17, 2026
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Creality IPO Moves Closer as Company Enters Final Listing Phase
It looks like Creality is a big step closer to its IPO.
3D Prod Acquires Sculpteo
Sculpteo has a new owner: 3D Prod.
Bambu Lab Cloud Access Dispute Highlights Tensions With Open Source Community
There’s been a bit of a controversy brewing over Bambu Lab’s policies, but it’s really a collision of concepts.
Roboze Strengthens Digital Supply Chain Strategy With Acquisition of DiManEx
Roboze has acquired DiManEx. Wait, who are they?
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, May 10, 2026
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, May 3, 2026
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
European Court Denies Stratasys Injunction Request Against Bambu Lab
The Stratasys / Bambu Lab patent dispute continues — in Europe. Readers may recall that in 2024, Stratasys launched a patent infringement lawsuit against Bambu Lab. We suspected at the time that Stratasys may have believed that Bambu Lab was cutting into their business, and therefore it was time to leverage the several patents Stratasys… Continue reading European Court Denies Stratasys Injunction Request Against Bambu Lab
Elegoo Raises Additional $70M in B+ Round
Elegoo has raised even more cash.
3D Print Recycling Firm RecyclingFabrik Pauses Intake to Develop Next-Generation Process
RecyclingFabrik is expanding.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, April 26, 2026
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
DIANA Initiative Aims to Transform Naval Logistics With On-Demand 3D Printing
ROBOZE announced an unusual arrangement with the Italian military.
UK Launches Inquiry Into Security Risks of Chinese-Made 3D Printing Equipment
The UK is now investigating the use of Chinese 3D printers by its military.
UK Launches Inquiry Into Security Risks of Chinese-Made 3D Printing Equipment
The UK is now investigating the use of Chinese 3D printers by its military.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, April 19, 2026
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
CONTEXT Report Shows Decline in Professional 3D Printers as Entry-Level Segment Surges
A new industry forecast from CONTEXT shows continued stress on professional 3D printer manufacturers.
3D Construction Printing Sees Growth, But Also Project Setbacks
There have been a number of developments in the 3DCP world lately, some good, some, well, not so good.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, April 12, 2026
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Nano Dimension Sells AME and Fabrica Lines, Streamlining Focus to Markforged
Nano Dimension announced the sale of two of their key technologies.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, April 5, 2026
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Tripo Secures $50M Investment to Advance AI-Generated 3D Models for Industrial and Creative Use
Tripo announced a massive US$50M investment to power their AI 3D generation company.
Eplus3D Abruptly Pulls IPO Application From Shanghai Stock Exchange
Interesting news from China: EPlus3D has abruptly withdrawn its IPO filing.
Creality IPO Filing Reveals Financial Growth, Manufacturing Scale, and Other Secrets
We’ve just learned a whole lot more about Creality based on a document recently filed with the Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, March 29, 2026
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, March 22, 2026
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Implications of the Bambu Lab vs Pop Mart Settlement
There’s been a settlement in the case of Bambu Lab versus Pop Mart, and there are implications.
HB 2320 Advances in Washington While Broader 3D Printer Control Bill Stalls
That new 3D printing law in Washington state is about to go live — but will it affect 3D printing?
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, March 15, 2026
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
ISO 14001 Positions Shapeways for Growing Demand in Sustainable Manufacturing
Shapeways achieved an interesting certification last week: ISO 14001.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, March 8, 2026
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Velo3D’s Website Hacked!
Velo3D’s website has been hacked.
Global Patchwork of 3D Printing Legislation Could Stall Technology Progress
We’ve been hearing about legislation in various regions that could disrupt 3D printing, but where are these bills now? We took a look.
Bambu Lab Opens Physical Retail Concept Store as Desktop 3D Printing Matures
Bambu Lab opened a physical retail store in China, and now we can see what’s in it.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, March 1, 2026
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
NVIDIA Invests in Freeform to Advance AI-Driven Metal Additive Manufacturing
Freeform has obtained a massive investment boost, and the backers include NVIDIA.
Velo3D Lands US$11.5M Defense Production Deal
Velo3D has won an US$11.5 million contract to deliver metal additive components for a US defense prime’s program moving into full-rate production.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, February 22, 2026
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Israel Considers Updating 50-Year-Old Building Codes to Enable 3D Concrete Printing
Israel is considering changing its building construction regulations to accommodate 3DCP technology.
Velo3D Becomes First Qualified Army Ground Vehicle AM Vendor
Velo3D says it has become the first qualified metal additive manufacturing vendor for the US Army’s ground vehicle program, a sign the service wants faster pathways from “cool demo” to approved sustainment parts.
Titomic Signs NASA Agreement For Cold Spray Testing
Titomic has signed a Space Act Agreement with NASA to test cold spray manufactured components, a move that could push solid-state additive manufacturing closer to flight-critical use.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, February 15, 2026
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
9T Labs Enters Bankruptcy and Liquidation
No one seems to have noticed, but 9T Labs appears to be gone.
MyMiniFactory Takes Over Thingiverse
Easily the biggest news of the day: MyMiniFactory has acquired Thingiverse!
New Colorado Bill Targets 3D Printing and CNC Manufacturing of Firearms
Another US state has proposed laws governing the use of 3D printing.
Leadership Transition at PrintedSolid Signals Deeper Integration with Prusa Research
Big changes are afoot at PrintedSolid.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, February 8, 2026
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Food 3D Printing Enters New Territory With Patent for Plant-Based Salmon Replication
An unusual patent describes a method to 3D print plant-based salmon sashimi.
3DCP Legal Battle Highlights New Technology Risks for Buyers and Sellers
An incredible legal saga is playing out in Springfield, Missouri, where a 3DCP company is being sued.
New York Proposal to Regulate 3D Printers Could Disrupt Manufacturing, Hobbyist, and Industrial Use
It looks like New York State is now contemplating new laws for 3D printers that could cripple the technology in that state.
E3D Selected for Innovate UK Support for Scaling Up Operations
Good news for E3D: they’ve been selected as one of a very few companies in the UK for special support.
Metal 3D Printing Firm VulcanForms Brings Total Funding to $575M With New Investment
VulcanForms has raised a very large investment.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, February 1, 2026
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, January 25, 2026
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Escalating EU–US Trade Tensions May Create New Tariff Risks for 3D Printer Imports
There could be more tariff problems for US-based 3D printer operators.
App Download Data Suggests Sharp Increase in Bambu Lab 3D Printer Sales in 2025
New statistics appear to show massive growth in Bambu Lab 3D printer sales.
New Stratasys Patent Centralizes and Restricts 3D Printer Tuning Parameters
Stratasys has patented a simplified approach for tuning 3D printers, which could have major implications in the future.
Washington Bill Would Require Weapon-Blocking Software in 3D Printers
Two US states appear to be launching new laws to prevent 3D printing of weapons.
Velo3D Signs US Army Agreement On LPBF
Velo3D has struck a new agreement with the U.S. Army to accelerate qualification of metal 3D printed parts that could relieve ground-vehicle supply bottlenecks.
Xact Metal Achieves Year-Over-Year Order Growth While Other Companies Struggle
Xact Metal announced they’ve achieved very significant growth this year.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, January 18. 2026
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Chinese 3D Printer Output Reportedly Doubled in 2025, According to National Statistics
A report from the Chinese National Bureau of Statistics reveals something interesting about the 3D print industry.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, January 11, 2026
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Black Buffalo 3D Seeks Bankruptcy Protection in Competitive 3D Construction Market
A 3DCP equipment manufacturer has apparently filed for bankruptcy.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, January 4, 2026
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
PollyPolymer Emerges as New Chinese Competitor in Industrial Resin 3D Printing
The West may face a new competitor in 3D printing, PollyPolymer.
Slant 3D Forecasts Deployment of 1.5 Million 3D Printers Over the Next Decade
Slant 3D expects to operate 1.5 million 3D printers in the next ten years.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, December 28, 2025
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Korean 3D Printer Makers Struggle as Low-Cost Chinese Systems Dominate Market
I’m reading a Korean business news story on 3D printing in that country.
MX3D Spins Off ArtLab to Serve Growing Demand for Large-Scale Printed Art and Custom Structures
MX3D has made an interesting move by setting up a subsidiary.