3D printing and scanning machines are becoming more accessible and affordable – The Peachy Printer will be the first to retail at $100. In the future, we could all have 3D printers in our homes, with the freedom to print anything we want – but what does this mean for copyright?

As our society grows more complex, the educational landscape is becoming radically different. Our educational choices have multiplied exponentially, regardless of age, location or level, with the introduction of digital learning. But how effective are these new methods?

Stratasys has unveiled the first 3D printer that can create multi-coloured and multi-material products. 3D printing's one dimensional design aesthetic may be a thing of the past, as Stratasys' printer creates almost product-ready prototypes.

An American university student is developing a machine that recycles plastic household waste into the raw materials used for 3D printing. The Filabot melts down unwanted materials and turns it into plastic filament that can be used to print objects.