Cody Wilson unveils AI-designed 3D-printed firearm

American activist Cody Wilson has introduced the WASP, which he claims is the first firearm designed using a specialized artificial intelligence model named GatGPT. The weapon was produced using a 3D printer and features a design that deviates significantly from traditional firearms, consisting of a pistol barrel attached to a plastic housing.

GatGPT is not a general-purpose chatbot but a model specifically trained on data from DEF CAD, a large online archive of digital weapon designs. Wilson describes the model as an ‘AI gunsmith’ intended to assist users in the design and assembly process through a method referred to as ‘vibe-coding.’

The WASP is capable of firing live ammunition but lacks a serial number, placing it in the category of ‘ghost guns’ that are difficult for law enforcement to track. While the technology lowers the barrier to entry for manufacturing firearms by reducing the need for advanced engineering expertise, experts have raised concerns regarding technical errors and safety flaws in the AI-generated design.