# Lasertastic Innovations Bright Lights Can Be Useful, Fun and a Little Dangerous By Mike Weldon | Published 2006-02-16 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wicked-lasers References: [gizmodo](http://www.gizmodo.com/gadgets/gadgets/wicked-lasers-you-know-for-killing-154683.php) & [wickedlasers](http://www.wickedlasers.com) Wicked Lasers features a wide selection of [innovative lasers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/matelaser-w1-regen) you can use to make cool designs, pop balloons or start your fingers on fire. I'm not kidding. Check out my favourite FAQ from the Wicked Laser website: **Just how powerful?** "Our more powerful lasers can burn through the thickness of plastic used for garbage bags or [pop a balloon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aipowered-portable-laser-engraver), and can [ignite matches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clean-torch) if the beam is held on them long enough." Sweet. That's exactly what I wanted to do. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.3/10 - Popularity: 85% | Activity: 65% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Laser-enhanced Entertainment:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop immersive laser-based experiences for entertainment venues and events. - **Laser Safety and Regulations:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create advanced laser safety technologies and regulatory compliance systems. - **Laser-based Industrial Applications:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore laser technology for precision cutting, welding, and fabrication in industries like automotive, aerospace, and electronics. ### Where This Applies - **Entertainment:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate laser technology into live performances, virtual reality experiences, and theme park attractions. - **Safety Equipment:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new laser safety devices and personal protective equipment for various industries. - **Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Implement laser-based manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy in production lines. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Laser Technology Smoking Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laser-technology-smoking-device.md) - [Long-Range Laser Flashlights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lumitwin-dl700.md) - [Crowdfunded EDC Flashlights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lazsaber-ls1.md) - [High-Power Desktop Laser Engravers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/highpower-portable-laser-engraver.md) - [Animated Show-Inspired Butane Torches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/butane-torch.md) - [AI-Powered Laser Engravers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lumitool-20w-fiber-laser-engraver.md) - [Desktop-Friendly Laser Engravers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wainlux-k8.md) - [Economical Laser Engraver Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-laser-engraver.md) - [Ultra-Compact Laser Engravers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/formovie-xming.md)