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Appeals Court Allows 3D Ghost Gun Blueprints Online

7/21/2025

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A federal appeals court has sparked controversy by permitting the online sharing of 3D ‘ghost gun’ blueprints, heightening fears over public safety as these untraceable weapons become easier to obtain. In response, Thingiverse is deploying automated tools to eliminate these files, while forensic experts work on innovative methods to trace 3D-printed guns to their original printers.

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Story summary

A federal appeals court has sparked controversy by permitting the online sharing of 3D ‘ghost gun’ blueprints, heightening fears over public safety as these untraceable weapons become easier to obtain. In response, Thingiverse is deploying automated tools to eliminate these files, while forensic experts work on innovative methods to trace 3D-printed guns to their original printers.