# Laser-Printed Poker Chips These Gambling Pieces Have Been Altered for Better Stacking By Brandon Bastaldo | Published 2013-04-25 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/printed-poker-chips References: [notcot](http://www.notcot.com/archives/2013/04/laser-challenge-7-poker-chips.php) These laser-printed poker chips created for NOTlabs Laser Challenge are using cutting edge technology to create new ways for poker players to stack their bundles of coin-sized cash. The NOTlabs Laser Cutting Challenge sees two friends spending 30 days with a laser cutter to execute 30 experiments with [laser cutting technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xlaserlab-e3). Being men, it only makes sense that these laser experiments boiled over into the realm of poker, and thus these fantastic and [alternatively stackable laser-printed poker chips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jigsaw-chess-set) were created. Made from wood, these stylish poker creations come decaled with intricate, curved designs that give them the appeal of items you'd probably see at an [old school gambling match](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whiskey-decanters). Most poker chip sets available to the public are plastic and brightly colored creations, but these laser-printed poker chips are taking a modern approach to crafting old-fashioned playing items. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 12% | Activity: 15% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/games) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Laser-printing in Gaming:** The use of laser-printing technology in the gaming industry creates opportunities for innovative and customizable game components. - **Alternative Poker Chip Designs:** The development of laser-printed poker chips with intricate and curved designs allows for new stacking techniques and enhanced gameplay experiences. - **Modernizing Traditional Games:** The trend of incorporating cutting-edge technology, such as laser printing, into traditional games like poker offers opportunities for revamping and attracting a new generation of players. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Gaming:** The gaming industry can explore using laser-printing technology to enhance the design and functionality of game components, providing a unique playing experience for customers. - **Printing and Manufacturing:** Printing and manufacturing companies can capitalize on the demand for laser-printed products, such as poker chips, by offering customization options and high-quality materials. - **Entertainment and Recreation:** The entertainment and recreation industry can leverage laser-printed poker chips and similar innovations to create immersive gaming experiences, attracting a wider audience to casinos and gaming establishments. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [War-Inspired 3D-Printed Chess Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kindachess-s.md) - [Luxury Decorative Poker Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-decorative-poker-set.md) - [3D-Printed Wooden Furniture Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/econitwood.md) - [Laser-Active Product Coatings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/datalase.md) - [Laser Technology Smoking Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laser-technology-smoking-device.md) - [Space-Saving Laser Engravers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elegoo-phecda.md) - [3D-Printed Fire Pits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3d-printed-fire-pit.md) - [AI-Powered Portable Laser Engravers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aipowered-portable-laser-engraver.md) - [Laser-Extracted Cold Brews](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laser-extracted-cold-brew.md)