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Gun-rights activist unveils 'AI-made' 3D-printed firearm, the WASP, designed by 'GatGPT'
Key points
- Cody Wilson unveiled the WASP, a 3D-printed .22 caliber handgun.
- The WASP was designed by an AI model called 'GatGPT'.
- 'GatGPT' was trained on a gun file library and can assist in part selection.
- The development could simplify the creation of untraceable 'ghost guns'.
Introduction of the WASP Handgun
Gun rights activist Cody Wilson announced a new 3D-printed firearm, the WASP, which he claims is the first 'AI-made gun'. Wilson previously created the first 3D-printed firearm over a decade ago. The WASP is described as a pistol barrel attached to a spring-loaded plastic box, resembling his earlier Liberator design.
GatGPT: An AI for Gun Generation
Wilson states he created 'an AI that can generate guns,' not just an AI-generated gun. This custom AI model, named 'GatGPT,' was reportedly trained on DEFCAD's gun file library. The model can assist users in selecting parts for their firearm builds, and the WASP was designed through a conversational interaction with this AI.
Implications for 'Ghost Guns'
This development is significant for the proliferation of 'ghost guns,' which are homemade firearms without serial numbers, making them difficult to track. Previously, creating 3D-printed guns required some technical knowledge. An AI model like 'GatGPT' could reduce this knowledge barrier, making it easier for individuals to produce working firearms. Mainstream AI services typically refuse to provide information on creating such weapons.
Regulatory Challenges
The emergence of AI-designed firearms presents new challenges for lawmakers. Efforts to regulate ghost guns are ongoing, with court battles and legislation in various states attempting to address the issue. The ability of an AI to simplify firearm creation adds another layer of complexity to these regulatory challenges.
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Cody Wilson, known for 3D-printed firearms, introduced the WASP, a .22 caliber handgun reportedly designed by an AI model named 'GatGPT'. This development could lower the technical barrier for creating untraceable 3D-printed firearms, impacting gun regulation efforts.