Bambu Lab said to have resolved Labubu IP dispute with Pop Mart

Reported settlement follows friendly talks

Bambu Lab has reportedly resolved an intellectual property dispute with Pop Mart (泡泡玛特) over Labubu-related content on the 3D printer maker’s MakerWorld platform, it has been reported that Blue Whale News cited a person close to the company. The source said the two sides held friendly discussions and that the relevant content had been removed from MakerWorld, although no formal terms were disclosed.

What happened and why it matters

MakerWorld is Bambu Lab’s user-driven model and content ecosystem where owners share printable designs and fan works. Pop Mart is one of China’s best-known collectible toy and IP companies, and Labubu is one of its flagship characters. Why does this matter? IP friction at the intersection of physical products, digital design files and online marketplaces is increasingly common as hardware vendors build companion platforms that host user-generated content.

Broader context

It has been reported that neither side escalated to public litigation, opting instead for negotiation — a sign that companies are often preferring private resolution to costly legal battles. The case also highlights growing emphasis on IP protection within China’s tech and creative industries, even as firms navigate a complicated international environment shaped by trade tensions and heightened scrutiny of cross-border tech ties.

Status and next steps

According to available reports, neither Bambu Lab nor Pop Mart has issued a full public statement confirming details. Observers will be watching whether this episode prompts tighter moderation policies on MakerWorld or changes in how consumer hardware platforms handle third-party IP claims.