New York Governor Defends Ban on 3D Printed Guns Amid Pushback from Cody Wilson
New York Governor Kathy Hochul defended her state’s ban on 3D printed guns after Cody Wilson, the creator of the first 3D-printed firearm, announced a tool designed to bypass New York's regulations. The 'Hochulization' technique changes file hashes so they evade detection by government systems without altering functionality. Wilson plans to apply this method across his company’s vast repository and open-source it, challenging state efforts to regulate untraceable firearms. Hochul responded firmly, stating she would not let the tool undermine New York's laws aimed at preventing mass production of illegal weapons in private settings like kitchens. Hochul emphasized that while regulations may have limitations, they are necessary for public safety and contribute to New York’s status as one of the safest states with low gun homicide rates. She acknowledged concerns around digital surveillance but argued it is essential to monitor potential threats.
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