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?

The 3D printing market is estimated to be worth $8.41 billion by 2020. From 3D-printed 'mini-me' statues to food, 3D printing is affecting multiple sectors. Now Printeer, a 3D printer aimed at 8-year-olds, wants to change the way children learn, create and play.

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.

With the 3d printing revolution in full swing, eBay haven't wasted any time jumping on the bandwagon. eBay Exact is an iPhone app, which allows users to browse, customise and buy print-on-demand products, delivered to shoppers within 14 days.