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MyMiniFactory Unveils Collaboration with Ian Livingstone’s Fighting Fantasy for Exclusive STL Collection

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MyMiniFactory Unveils Collaboration with Ian Livingstone’s Fighting Fantasy for Exclusive STL Collection

MyMiniFactory, the world’s leading hub for 3D printable files, has announced a landmark collaboration with Fighting Fantasy, the legendary gamebook series co-created by Steve Jackson & Ian Livingstone.

Through this partnership, a brand-new range of digital STL files inspired by the Fighting Fantasy universe will be launched on MyMiniFactory via an upcoming FronTier campaign.

Fans will be able to access an exciting line of 3D printable miniatures featuring well-known heroes, villains, and creatures from the iconic gamebooks, bringing their favourite adventures vividly to life on the tabletop.

The first wave of models will offer 40 designs in 28mm scale, with a special Zanbar Bone miniature included as a promotional bonus for those who register before the launch. Each design has been officially approved by Ian Livingstone and carefully sculpted by Blue Giant Studios, ensuring an authentic and high-quality collection for fans of the franchise.

The launch of the Fighting Fantasy Heroes FronTier is anticipated for October 2025. Pre-marketing for the FronTier is live now, along with an official painting competition. Key highlights of the Fighting Fantasy Heroes FronTier: 

  • Digital STL Files: A new range of 3D printable miniatures from the Fighting Fantasy universe.
  • Model Range: 40 STLs from the 28mm list, including characters like Zagor, the Shapechanger, and the Bloodbeast. 
  • Promotional Item: Zanbar Bone will be offered as a free STL on the pre-marketing page. 
  • Companion Roleplay Adventure: A 48pp tabletop adventure plus fold-out dungeon floorplan, created for use with the STL miniatures by Arion, publishers of the Advance Fighting Fantasy RPG. 
  • Painting Competition: A painting competition will run alongside the project, offering prizes including a 3D printer, resin, painting sets, MMF vouchers, and signed books from Ian Livingstone. 
  • Physical box set: Limited-run for fans and collectors which contains; 40+ cards with QR codes for all the STLs and statblocks, a unique Advanced Fighting Fantasy RPG adventure booklet and map written especially for this box, a Fighting Fantasy Heroes D6, and a limited edition physical model. 

Sir Ian Livingstone expressed his excitement for the project, stating, “3D printing figures using STLs have opened up a whole new way of accessing beautiful tabletop miniatures, and I’m delighted that Fighting Fantasy and our talented partners at Blue Giant Studios can join the revolution. These are a must for modellers, gamers, role-players and die-hard Fighting Fantasy fans alike.”

Nebo Nikolic, CEO at MyMiniFactory, noted, “Collaborating on Fighting Fantasy with Ian and Steve is more than just another project. It marks a celebratory partnership for the 3D printing tabletop community as we bring a true pen-and-paper classic into the digital era.”

Fans can look forward to more details and opportunities to engage with the Fighting Fantasy Heroes project as the launch date approaches with interviews and more coming soon. Sign up for the FronTier launch here.

About MyMiniFactory

MyMiniFactory is a leading platform for 3D printable files, connecting designers with a global community of 3D printing enthusiasts.

About Fighting Fantasy

Fighting Fantasy has been a global publishing phenomenon ever since the launch of Steve Jackson and Ian Livingstone’s The Warlock of Firetop Mountain in 1982. Part book, part game, the range now runs to well over seventy titles and has sold more than 20 million copies around the globe. Find out more at fightingfantasy.com

Vehicle Asset Solutions and jaam automation roll out AI-powered motor finance oversight portal

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Vehicle Asset Solutions and jaam automation roll out AI-powered motor finance oversight portal

Audit specialists Vehicle Asset Solutions (VAS) have joined forces with technology provider jaam automation to launch an innovative Attestation and Audit Portal. The platform, driven by AI, represents a first for the UK motor finance industry and is designed to transform dealer and broker oversight.

The move comes in the wake of the UK Supreme Court ruling on the misuse of discretionary commission arrangements (DCAs) and the FCA’s subsequent announcement on redress, both of which have placed renewed emphasis on the need for continuous monitoring of dealer and broker practices.

Developed to standardise oversight processes, the portal equips funders with a tool to carry out compliance reviews more efficiently, cut down administrative effort, and generate meaningful insights into the regulatory health of their intermediary networks. The service is now open to finance providers throughout the UK.

Addressing an Industry-Wide Challenge

The new platform arrives at a time when regulatory scrutiny is intensifying. As far back as 2019, when the FCA’s Final Findings Report on motor finance highlighted oversight and commission disclosure as key areas of concern, many funders worked on establishing internal oversight committees and launched annual review processes. These typically involve a patchwork of questionnaires, visits and data reviews that vary significantly by funder and place a growing burden on dealers and brokers.

With multiple funders often requesting similar information in varying formats, dealerships are forced to spend valuable time duplicating effort across systems; time that could otherwise be spent with customers.

The VAS platform, powered by jaam, addresses this industry pain point by providing a standardised, AI-powered oversight process that supports funders in achieving a consistent, scalable and regulator-aligned review, while also reducing duplication and complexity for dealers and brokers.

This technology changes the game by providing a clear, repeatable way to understand the compliance health of a funder’s network – not once a year, but on an ongoing basis. It supports a single, unified view of dealers and brokers, enabling smarter growth and risk management.

A Two-Tier Oversight Model

The portal combines two integrated oversight services:

  1. Motor Finance Oversight Attestation – A bespoke for funders, AI-enabled self-assessment tool used by dealers and brokers, reviewed by the quality assurance team at VAS, resulting in a structured health report for funders.
  2. Motor Finance Oversight Audit – A more in-depth, virtual or on-site audit option that can be performed annually, triggered on a sample basis or in response to identified risk factors.

The system allows funders to benchmark their entire network against key compliance criteria, including Consumer Duty and Commission Disclosure, and use this as a foundation to understand where networks sit in satisfying oversight requirements and following FCA guidelines. The platform also facilitates tailored follow-up, training or deeper audits where needed.

Paul Neal, Managing Director at Vehicle Asset Solutions, commented: “This platform is not just a tech tool – it’s a strategic compliance asset. It empowers funders to deliver meaningful oversight while reducing the pressure on dealers and brokers. Most importantly, it helps raise industry standards through structured, repeatable best practice.”

Designed for Scale and Simplicity

The platform’s smart workflow brings together dealers and brokers, funders and the VAS team in a single environment. Attestations are validated by AI, triaged through an intelligent tasking system and presented in a dashboard with scoring, collaboration and escalation tools.

Andrew Murphy, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer at jaam automation, added: “This is the kind of digital transformation the industry has been searching for. Our platform blends automation, AI, analytics and oversight tools to provide an intelligent, futureproof way of managing regulatory risk. It’s scalable, secure and built specifically for the world of motor finance.”

Now Available to UK Funders

With the portal now live, VAS and jaam are in active discussions with banks and finance houses who are seeking a modern, consistent way to meet regulatory expectations while improving dealer and broker relationships and maximising internal efficiency.

For a quick video overview of the VAS Oversight Portal, watch the video on YouTube.

To learn more or request a demo, visit https://vehicleassetsolutions.eu/contact-us or https://jaamautomation.com/contact/

Smiles Forever Club Launches Smile Boosters™ for Daily Dental Protection

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Smiles Forever Club Launches Smile Boosters™ for Daily Dental Protection

Oral wellness brand Smiles Forever has announced the launch of Smile Boosters™, a new dentist-developed supplement designed to support lifelong dental health. The product has been refined over two years and introduces a science-led approach to modern oral care.

Smile Boosters™ are intended to become a natural part of a daily routine, offering convenience for those with busy schedules. Quick to use and suitable anywhere, they provide round-the-clock support for strengthening enamel and protecting teeth, complementing morning and evening brushing habits.

The range stands out as the first of its kind to combine fluoride and xylitol in one dual-action formula. Together, these ingredients guard against oral bacteria, neutralise acid, preserve microbiome balance, and encourage enamel repair.

Each tablet works from the first moment of contact, with sustained release of active ingredients throughout the day. This allows people to protect their teeth after eating, while travelling, or during work, not only at traditional brushing times.

Through this innovation, Smiles Forever aims to reshape oral hygiene by tackling barriers created by busy lifestyles and encouraging prevention-led care beyond the bathroom.

Dental care expert and founder of the Smiles Forever Club, Dr. Milisha Chotai, said:

“After 20 years of seeing patients struggle to protect their teeth outside the bathroom, I knew oral health needed a modern solution. Brushing and flossing will always matter, but life happens between those moments. Smile Boosters™ was created to make prevention as simple and accessible as taking a supplement — no sink, no fuss, just protection when you need it most. Our mission is to change the culture around oral health, making it part of everyday wellness, just like nutrition or fitness.”

Smile Boosters™ are available now from smilesforeverclub.com, with subscription and single-purchase options, alongside a dedicated customer contact service.

Timberwise Director Outlines Five Key Issues Buyers Face with Older Properties

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Timberwise Director Outlines Five Key Issues Buyers Face with Older Properties

A property care specialist has highlighted five of the most common and potentially expensive challenges faced by those purchasing older homes.

George Edwards, Managing Director at Timberwise, cautions that leaving these repair concerns unresolved can end up costing homeowners a significant amount.

He explained: “Owning a home can be a handful. There’s a lot to think about and sometimes the DIY projects can stack up and you might be lost on where and when to start.

“To help you understand what problems might need to take priority, it can help to put together a list of common issues in older homes that can lead to property care issues like damp, woodworm, timber rot and more if they are ignored.”

According to Mr Edwards, the key areas to consider are:

Old Plumbing – making sure that plumbing is up to scratch is vital, and whilst you can pay for specialist surveys when purchasing a home, you should always be aware that the chances that the pipes will need attention only goes up within older properties.

Many cases of both dry and wet rot start out because a pipe, either within the cavity of a wall or under floorboards, has burst or sprung a small leak at a seam.

Deteriorating Roof – the roof of an older property may have fallen into effective disrepair over the years and will often need minor or major repairs works.

A yearly inspection can be a massive saver when it comes to repair costs, and the best time to start a healthy routine of keeping it in good condition and avoiding problems like wet rot is right now.

Single Pane Windows – they are, on their own, not an actual problem in a property. In fact, there are many people who might consider certain types of windows as selling factors when they are looking for a new place to live.

Once cold weather rolls in, however, you are going to find that thermal retention is lacking and, when the heating is switched on, you may find you have an issue with condensation.

Weathered Timber Exterior – any older property that has exterior-facing timber is going to be at severe risk of weathering and vulnerable to all kinds of issues, including wet rot, dry rot, and woodworm. An inspection would be advisable, to determine if you have any issues or the likelihood of developing them in the future.

Damaged Bathroom Floorboards – the bathroom is quite prone to the long-term effects of condensation, dry rot, and wet rot. The tiles, laminate, or whatever is on the floor, could well be hiding an infestation of dry or wet rot.

Making sure that the bathroom is in a good condition should be a priority for you, and could well form part of a plumbing check once every two years.

For more information and free advice, visit www.timberwise.co.uk.

Cemplicity Joins Forces with Picker Institute to Drive Person-Centred Care

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Cemplicity Joins Forces with Picker Institute to Drive Person-Centred Care

Cemplicity, the international provider of digital patient feedback and analytics, has announced a strategic partnership with Picker, the originator of the person-centred care concept and a global leader in experience-based approaches to improving care quality.

At a time of rapid digital and AI-led change, the collaboration stands out by ensuring technology is used as a tool to strengthen people’s voices rather than an end in itself. By combining expertise, Picker and Cemplicity will turn experience data into real-time insights that improve clinical care, operational efficiency, and organisational outcomes.

The partnership unites two long-standing organisations with complementary strengths. Since 1986, Picker has pioneered research into what matters most to patients and staff as they move through health and care systems, playing a critical role in developing NHS national programmes and setting benchmarks that continue to influence international best practice.

Cemplicity, founded in 2013, has worked alongside Picker for several years, providing the digital platforms that enable clients to use Picker’s measurement tools effectively, driving engagement and ensuring feedback is rapidly actionable.

“Trusted Expertise, Transformative Impact”

By combining Cemplicity’s advanced technology with Picker’s evidence based survey frameworks, providers will gain a uniquely powerful capability: the ability to listen at scale, benchmark internationally, and embed insights directly into decision-making to improve outcomes and sustain growth.

“This partnership is grounded in a shared belief that better care starts with listening. By working together and using our science and technology, we’re equipping providers with the insight and support they need to understand experiences more deeply and turn that understanding into meaningful change.” – Blaik Wilson, Chief Executive Officer at Cemplicity

“Picker’s reputation is grounded in rigorous, high-quality research alongside a commitment to improving care quality through, experience-led approaches. By partnering with Cemplicity, we are making experience insights more accessible, meaningful, and impactful, enabling providers to deliver care that is truly person-centred, wherever they operate.” –  Phillip Stylianides, Chief Operating Officer at Picker.

Storm Alley: UK’s Costliest Regions for Garden Damage Repairs Exposed

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Storm Alley: UK’s Costliest Regions for Garden Damage Repairs Exposed

With the Met Office already releasing the names of storms set to hit the UK this autumn — starting with Storm Amy this weekend and followed by Bram and Chandra — fresh analysis reveals which regions could face the greatest repair bills for garden damage.

Experts in composite fencing at ecompositeproducts.co.uk analysed historic storm incidents, Met Office wind exposure data, and average fence repair costs to calculate the likely financial burden across different UK regions.

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Regions with the highest average storm repairs are Northern Ireland, Scotland (due to higher storm impacts) and the South East (due to higher repair costs)

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The UK’s Storm Damage Hotspots – Ranked by Estimated Repair Costs

 | Region | Estimated Cost (£)
 | Scotland | 241.32
 | Northern Ireland | 213.60
 | South East England | 204.70
 | London | 195.16
 | North West England | 195.29
 | North East England | 193.70
 | Wales | 185.73
 | South West England | 178.00
 | East Midlands England | 178.00
 | West Midlands England | 178.00
 | East of England | 178.00
 | Yorkshire and the Humber | 158.93


Estimated based on a detailed analysis of regional labour rates and storm frequency data. The full report and methodology can be found here.

“Every storm season, we see fences blown over, sheds flattened, and gardens left in tatters,” said Bailey Witcomb, Director at eCompositeProducts.  “While Scotland, Northern Ireland, and the North West get hit most often, the reality is that costs mount everywhere — especially in the South East, where labour charges are higher. Replacing fencing before the storms arrive is far cheaper than paying for emergency repairs afterwards.”

The Wider Picture

– Storm season 2025/26 begins now: With the first named storms; Amy, Bram and Chandra looming, the UK faces months of unpredictable weather.

– Climate change is raising the stakes: Studies show UK storms are increasing in frequency and intensity, putting more strain on homes and gardens.

– Cost-of-living crisis: For households already under financial pressure, average storm-related repairs of £150-£250+ represent an unwelcome seasonal bill, but these are averages across all households – individual repair bills can go much higher

Protecting the Garden

Composite fencing offers a storm-ready solution. Unlike timber, it won’t warp, rot or splinter, and it’s engineered to withstand strong winds without regular maintenance.

Explore the full range at: eCompositeProducts Composite Fencing

Brand Momentum Takes Top Prize at 2025 Business Book Awards in Sales & Marketing

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Brand Momentum Takes Top Prize at 2025 Business Book Awards in Sales & Marketing

The acclaimed book Brand Momentum, authored by Tony Lewis, has been awarded the Sales & Marketing category prize at the Business Book Awards, which took place at Wembley, London, on 10 September. Now in its eighth year, the event celebrates the very best in business publishing and thought leadership across the globe.

The judging panel commended the book for its clarity, innovation, and relevance to practice. When presenting the award, they stated:

“The author has shown outstanding credibility and thought leadership in this category. Their fresh, innovative approach and engaging content, combined with excellent case studies, brought the key messages to life in a way that feels relevant and inspiring for businesses of all sizes. A truly deserving winner.”

Brand Momentum sets out a pioneering framework for understanding brand performance, one that foresaw the decline of companies such as Monarch Airlines and The Body Shop well before their collapse became headline news.

Drawing on years of original research, the book equips marketers and executives with tools to measure and forecast brand health in ways that traditional metrics often overlook. It also explores how brands can stay relevant and appealing in the eyes of consumers – a vital element of long-term success.

“Over 80% of brands fail to maintain sustainable growth – not because they don’t have a good product, but because they lose momentum. Brand Momentum is about identifying that early, so businesses can act before it’s too late.” said Tony Lewis.

Brand Momentum in Action

Vision One Research, the company behind the methodology, has integrated the theory into its brand tracking services – providing clients with predictive insights into brand equity and marketing effectiveness. The approach has become a game-changer for companies wanting to avoid stagnation and unlock consistent growth.

“At Vision One, we’re proud to pioneer the use of Brand Momentum in our brand tracking research,” said Alex Brown, Director of Insights at Vision One. “It gives businesses a clearer picture of how their brand is truly performing – and it’s thrilling to see this thinking recognised through the success of the book.”

About Vision One

Vision One is an award-winning UK market research agency specialising in brand tracking, customer insight, and strategic research. Renowned for its innovative use of Brand Momentum Theory, Vision One helps organisations measure and grow brand equity with precision. Their insights empower brands to make smarter marketing decisions, boost engagement, and drive sustained business growth.

FILESIT Launches AWS-Powered Email Management Solution to Tackle Business Inefficiency

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FILESIT Launches AWS-Powered Email Management Solution to Tackle Business Inefficiency

UK businesses are losing thousands each year due to misplaced emails, wasted staff time, and missed opportunities.

Research indicates that office professionals spend as much as 1.5 hours daily on email administration, often wasted searching for correspondence, organising folders, distracting colleagues, or chasing overdue replies.

To solve this, FILESIT has introduced a cloud email management platform, hosted on Amazon Web Services (AWS). By streamlining filing and offering a centralised team dashboard, FILESIT helps organisations cut wasted effort, reduce operational risks, and provide a more reliable customer experience.

“Every missed or buried email is a risk — whether it’s a lost customer enquiry, a delayed supplier response, or a manager left in the dark,” said Rodney Voyce, MD of FILESIT author, Logical Office Ltd. “We built FILESIT with AI so businesses can stop wasting time managing email, and start using it as a reliable record of what’s really happening with customers and projects instead of struggling with scattered unshared inboxes which aren’t a logical filing system.”

FILESIT’s contact-centric approach includes:

• Automatic filing by email addresses, key phrases, or reference numbers. 

• An “Unfiled Manager” ensuring nothing is ever overlooked. 

• A live “all-seeing” dashboard for full visibility of customer/ project communication. 

• Bulk inbox clean-up without losing filed history. 

• Relational filing so emails appear in both contact and project records without duplication. 

At just £8.32+VAT per user per month FILESIT costs less than a wasted hour of staff time (or one coffee a week).

Businesses can trial the system free for 14 days, with flexible monthly billing and no long contracts. 

FILESIT is designed for businesses of all sizes seeking faster customer service, improved 

visibility across teams, and streamlined communication management. 

About FILESIT

FILESIT is a cloud-based email management platform hosted in AWS, built to help businesses, teams, and individuals regain control of their inboxes. 

By focusing on contacts and projects rather than folders, FILESIT makes email history accessible, searchable, and easy to manage. 

The FILESIT free trial is available from https://www.filesit.com

EXTRAORDINARY LEADERSHIP: Anna Mosley Launches New Programme to Shape Future Leaders

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EXTRAORDINARY LEADERSHIP: Anna Mosley Launches New Programme to Shape Future Leaders

Anna Mosley, founder of Eighty™ and an award-winning High-Performance Leadership Coach, has introduced her latest initiative – EXTRAORDINARY LEADERSHIP – a flagship programme designed to elevate leadership capability and culture in high-growth environments.

Already running with international clients NexGen Cloud and Auxo, the 12-month immersive journey opens with Unleash Your Extraordinary, a one-day, high-energy kick-off aligning leaders on accountability and behavioural commitments. The event sparks enthusiasm and sets the foundation for a series of monthly advanced modules.

Participants will explore a full spectrum of skills including self-leadership, emotional control, and energy regulation; leveraging influence via emotional intelligence and personality profiling; adopting adaptive leadership for broader impact; excelling in feedback and difficult dialogue; and embedding high-performance, growth-centred cultures resilient to change and adversity.

The urgency of leadership development is clear: globally, only 21% of employees are engaged at work, with poor leadership contributing to an estimated $7.8 trillion in lost productivity, representing 11% of global GDP.

In the UK alone, poor management is responsible for £74.5 billion annually in turnover costs, and employees with ineffective managers being five times more likely to quit, a trend that costs businesses dearly.

EXTRAORDINARY LEADERSHIP’s early impact echoes this urgency. Forward-thinking clients report that the programme delivers training that is not only “forward-thinking and relevant” but truly “game-changing.” Many describe it as the most impactful personal and professional development they’ve ever experienced—”without doubt, the best training I’ve ever received” summarised Blake Hughes, MD, InfraHub Compute. 

Ford Gerrard, CEO of Auxo said: “If every development programme started like this, you’d invest month after month after month!”

“Bad bosses are killing business, not just morale,” said Anna Mosley, the UK’s No. 1 High-Performance Coach in Leadership & Growth Mindset. “EXTRAORDINARY LEADERSHIP shatters that pattern. It builds mentally fit, aligned leadership teams that think bigger, adapt faster, and embrace failure as fuel for innovation.”

Tailored for global leadership teams – combining in-person and online delivery for continuous impact and momentum – the programme costs are calibrated based on session format and team size.

For further information, visit https://www.eighty.academy/ or contact Founder Anna Mosley on [email protected]. 

Contoura Medical Unveils State-of-the-Art Clinic in Knightsbridge

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Contoura Medical Unveils State-of-the-Art Clinic in Knightsbridge

Contoura Medical has announced the launch of its new flagship clinic in prestigious Knightsbridge, located just a short walk from Harrods and the Tube. With over 16 years of medical experience, the clinic specialises in minimally invasive, regenerative, and advanced aesthetic treatments, making it a destination of choice for those seeking natural, harmonious results.

The clinic provides a broad selection of services, including high-definition body sculpting, skin tightening, thread lifts, hormone therapy, and IV wellness treatments. Each plan is individually tailored to restore balance, enhance natural contours, and deliver exceptional patient-focused outcomes.

Luxury Meets Medical Excellence

Led by aesthetic specialist Dr Edwin Anthony, a Trinity College Dublin graduate renowned for his body-contouring expertise, Contoura Medical combines clinical precision with a personalised, empathetic approach. The clinic’s interior has been thoughtfully curated to offer privacy and comfort, ensuring a discreet and relaxing experience for patients.

Perfectly positioned on Brompton Road, just steps from Harrods and Knightsbridge Tube, the clinic offers a seamless blend of luxury and accessibility. Patients benefit from cutting-edge technology, tranquil surroundings, and a highly skilled team dedicated to achieving outstanding results.

For bookings and enquiries, visit contouramedical.com

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