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3D Printing stories

Unlike normal printing technologies, 3D printing (or additive manufacturing as it is sometimes described as) is the construction of a three-dimensional object from a CAD model or a digital 3D model. It involves the action or process of making a physical object from a three-dimensional digital model, usually done by laying down many thin layers of a material in succession. 3D printing is being widely used across a variety of verticals, including healthcare, engineering and retail. 3D printers are often sold widely across the channel space.
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Aurora Tech backs 10 women-led startups in emerging markets

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Aurora Tech names 10 women-led startups from emerging markets as finalists for non-dilutive funding and investor access in Santiago.
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Estimation-centric AI reshapes aerospace defence costs

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AI is reshaping aerospace and defence cost estimation, forcing leaders to pair rapid, data-driven planning with traceability and accountability.
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Logitech maps five key trends for the hybrid office

Mon, 19th Jan 2026
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Logitech predicts tech-first, flexible offices in 2026 as firms redesign hybrid workspaces for collaboration, personal kit and meeting equity.
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China & aerospace lift high-end global 3D printing

Fri, 16th Jan 2026
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Industrial 3D printer shipments return to growth as aerospace demand and a strong China rebound lift high-end metal systems in 2025.
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HP merges OMEN into HyperX, unveils new flagship gaming gear

Tue, 6th Jan 2026
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HP folds OMEN into HyperX with a unified gaming brand, debuting a powerhouse MAX 16 laptop, QD‑OLED monitor and brain‑sensing headset.
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DE-CIX predicts AI revolution in finance, healthcare & industry by 2026

Thu, 6th Nov 2025
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DE-CIX forecasts a 2026 AI revolution in finance, healthcare and manufacturing, driven by emotion AI, healthcare connectivity, and agentic AI systems.
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Hypersonix raises USD $46 million to advance hydrogen hypersonics

Wed, 29th Oct 2025
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Brisbane's Hypersonix has raised USD $46 million to develop reusable, hydrogen-powered hypersonic aircraft, advancing sustainable aerospace technology.
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Entry-level 3D printers thrive while industrial market declines

Fri, 10th Oct 2025
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Entry-level 3D printers saw a 21% revenue surge in Q2 2025, while Industrial and Midrange segments faced declines amid weak investment and market shifts.
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Ducati extends Siemens partnership to drive digital innovation

Thu, 9th Oct 2025
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Ducati has extended its partnership with Siemens for two years to enhance motorcycle innovation using the Siemens Xcelerator platform across racing and consumer models.
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Entry-level 3D printers drive market growth as high-end falters

Thu, 10th Jul 2025
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Global 3D printer market grew 5% in Q1 2025, driven by a 22% surge in entry-level sales amid tariff fears, while high-end segments faced decline and uncertainty.
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Novenda raises USD $6.1m to expand 3D printed dental tech

Thu, 10th Jul 2025
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Dutch startup Novenda secures USD $6.1 million to expand its multi-material 3D printing tech for night guards and dentures across Europe and the US.
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Challenges & growth trends in the 3D printer market

Wed, 16th Apr 2025
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The 3D printer market faces a slowdown in Q4 2024, with major declines across segments, though entry-level systems show remarkable resilience amid economic challenges.
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Trustwave highlights cybersecurity risks in manufacturing

Thu, 27th Feb 2025
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Trustwave's latest reports reveal a surge in cybersecurity threats to the manufacturing sector, driven by digital integration and rising ransomware attacks.
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Creative Dock acquires nFrontier to boost hardware design

Fri, 17th Jan 2025
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Creative Dock has acquired Berlin-based nFrontier, marking its entry into hardware production and promising to slash development cycles drastically.
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3D printing market struggles amidst economic challenges

Fri, 17th Jan 2025
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The global 3D printing market struggled in Q3 2024, as industrial shipments fell by over 24% amid economic uncertainty, yet entry-level sales surged by 28%.
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Siemens launches support programme for engineering startups

Wed, 8th Jan 2025
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Siemens has unveiled its Siemens for Startups programme at CES 2025, aiming to bolster early-stage engineering firms with advanced technology and resources.
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Industrial 3D printer shipments set for 2025 rebound

Fri, 13th Dec 2024
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Shipments of industrial 3D printers are set to recover by late 2025, with a predicted 15% increase driven by demand for metal-based systems.
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Surge in entry-level 3D printers as industrial stagnates

Thu, 17th Oct 2024
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Global shipments of entry-level 3D printers soared by 65% in Q2 2024, contrasting with a 25% decline in industrial printer shipments, highlighting market disparities.
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ControlUp names Mark Schwartz as new Chief Operating Officer

Fri, 4th Oct 2024
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ControlUp appoints Mark Schwartz as COO to steer global expansion and growth in the DEX sector, leveraging his extensive tech leadership experience.
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Formlabs unveils Form 4 range, revolutionising professional 3D printing

Thu, 18th Apr 2024
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Formlabs unveils its most advanced 3D printers, Form 4 and Form 4B, offering five times faster printing speeds and breakthrough technology.