Description: In his State of The Union address Barack Obama recommended that the US explore the tech industry to uncover and develop innovative business models and markets.  This is good news for the tech industry and potentially, good news for the United States.

Source: Mashable

Date: February 13th, 2013

U.S. President Barack Obama called for a level of science and technology research “not seen since the height of the space race” during his State of the Union address Tuesday. Obama credited several innovative companies and new technologies, including Apple and 3D-printing, with helping to spark growth in the American economy.  Read Rest of Story

Questions for discussion:

1. What potential does Obama see for the 3D printing industry?

2. Which market did the US miss out on four years ago?