As 3D printing begins to alter all aspects of manufacturing, a paradigm shift is occurring that will force us, as a society, to reconsider the political and legal ramifications of this new technology. With 3D printing’s ability to duplicate proprietary material, IP law may undergo dramatic changes. While countries across the world engage in additive manufacturing at an accelerated pace, new trade policies will have to be drafted. Digital manufacturing necessitates a new era of digital law and policies that could not have been anticipated before the beginning of this 3D printing revolution. To help prepare for that paradigm shift, mediabistro is hosting their first 3D Printing Politics Conference in Washington, D.C.…
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