Thingiverse has committed to removing downloadable gun designs, a decision prompted by Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg's concerns over untraceable firearms. Despite this action, the proliferation of 3D-printed weapons is expected to continue, as multiple other sites provide access to these designs. Thingiverse is enhancing its moderation processes, while the legal classification of 3D-printed guns as "ghost guns" underscores their untraceability. The AG's office remains in discussions with 3D printer manufacturers regarding design detection capabilities for firearms.
"Following discussions with the Manhattan District Attorney's Office about concerns around untraceable firearms, we are taking additional steps to improve our content moderation efforts," Thingiverse said in a statement. "As always, we encourage our users to report any content that may be harmful."
Law enforcement authorities describe 3D-printed guns and other homemade firearms as "ghost guns" because they lack a serial number and are therefore effectively untraceable. US authorities have tried to stop their proliferation for years.
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