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Time of India
3 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Microsoft transfers a top cybersecurity exec: As we continue to ..., says internal memo
Image credit: LinkedIn Microsoft has transferred its chief information security officer, Igor Tsyganskiy , out of the company's security organisation , a report claims. This move reportedly suggests the increasing importance of artificial intelligence (AI) at the software giant. Tsyganskiy, whose previous role as CISO involved securing Microsoft's own business and establishing cybersecurity standards company-wide, will now report to Executive VP Scott Guthrie . Guthrie leads Microsoft's Cloud + AI group that manages key operations, including Microsoft's Azure cloud and teams that assist OpenAI and other AI companies in developing and running AI models and chatbots in the cloud. In a recent internal memo (seen by Business Insider), Guthrie wrote: 'As we continue to navigate increasingly complex global threats, the CISO team plays a critical role in safeguarding Microsoft, the Microsoft Cloud, and our customers. They are our first line of defence, and drive our services, products, platforms, and operations to be secure by design and secure by default.' Previously, Tsyganskiy reported to Charlie Bell, the head of Microsoft's Security group, who is responsible for the company's security and compliance efforts, according to a memo seen by Business Insider. Tsyganskiy started his role of Microsoft's CISO in January 2024. At the time, Bell praised him in an internal memo (viewed by BI), calling him a 'technologist and dynamic leader with a storied career in high-scale/high-security, demanding environments.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trading CFD dengan Teknologi dan Kecepatan Lebih Baik IC Markets Mendaftar Undo What Microsoft said about transferring top cybersecurity executive In a statement to the publication, Microsoft spokesperson Frank Shaw said the change brings Tsyganskiy's organisation closer to the systems it is responsible for safeguarding. "The CISO organisation is focused on protecting Microsoft and our customers and being customer zero for our security products. Moving the team to Cloud + AI puts them closer to the engineering systems they secure, deepens integration with platform development, and strengthens our ability to see and stop emerging threats,' Shaw added Shaw also noted that Tsyganskiy's team will maintain close collaboration with Microsoft Security "to ensure our solutions reflect real-world enterprise needs." This move marks another shift in Microsoft's evolving security strategy following several notable challenges in recent years. In 2022, the company brought in Bell from Amazon to lead a new cybersecurity organisation, but issues have persisted. Last year, after the Department of Homeland Security criticised Microsoft for "a cascade of security failures" that allowed Chinese hackers to access customer emails, the company expanded its Secure Future Initiative, making security a company-wide priority and a factor in employee performance reviews. Google Search AI Mode launched in India: Does it really make your search smarter? AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
Sinar Daily
6 days ago
- Business
- Sinar Daily
SD Guthrie, Negeri Sembilan join forces to transform Port Dickson into next-gen smart port city
SEREMBAN - SD Guthrie Berhad (Guthrie) and Menteri Besar Incorporated Negeri Sembilan (MBINS) have entered into a transformative collaboration to develop a 600-acre industrial park in Port Dickson, marking a bold step towards creating Malaysia's next smart port city under the Port Dickson Free Zone (PDFZ) initiative. The signing ceremony was witnessed by Negeri Sembilan Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun and MBINS chairman. The development will take place on Guthrie's Sengkang Estate, which spans 600 acres within Mukim Pasir Panjang in Port Dickson. The location, already considered strategic due to its accessibility via the Seremban–Port Dickson Highway (SPDH) and Port Dickson–Linggi road network, was also linked to the North-South Highway and the Malaysia Vision Valley 2.0 (MVV 2.0) — a vital economic corridor on Peninsular Malaysia's west coast. Guthrie Group Managing Director Datuk Mohamad Helmy Othman Basha emphasised that the project was a significant milestone in Guthrie's long-term vision. "Our collaboration with MBINS is another important milestone for Guthrie as we strengthen our presence in Negeri Sembilan's industrial development sector. By combining land monetisation and a key strategic partnership with MBINS, we are able to realise the value of the land immediately and also secure another potential recurring income stream for Guthrie. "This scalable model is necessary for the long-term growth of Guthrie and one we aim to replicate across other high-potential corridors. "The PDFZ is a forward-looking initiative, and we are proud to be part of a development that aligns with national development priorities and sustainable progress that will bring more socioeconomic benefits for the people," he said. Subject to the formal establishment of the joint venture and finalisation of a master plan targetted in Q1 2026, infrastructure work was expected to begin in Q2 2026. The PDFZ was set to be developed across from the future site of Midport, an upcoming artificial intelligent (AI)-powered smart container port. Both projects were expected to transform Port Dickson into a vibrant "New Port City", underpinned by cutting-edge technology and infrastructure. Aminuddin said the collaboration highlighted the state's strong commitment to forward-looking and sustainable development. "This collaboration is a manifestation of our serious commitment to sustainable, innovation-driven development. With the establishment of PDFZ, we are not only developing a modern industrial park but also laying the groundwork for Port Dickson to become Malaysia's next generation smart port city. "The success of Midport is intrinsically linked to the development of PDFZ. Together, they form a twin-growth model that will attract global industry leaders, support high-value jobs and enhance Negeri Sembilan's role in national economic development," he said. The PDFZ will offer investors smart warehouses, advanced manufacturing zones and strong utility infrastructure, making it ideal for just-in-time logistics and supply chain efficiency. More broadly, the industrial park was expected to attract high-impact sectors such as green technology, smart logistics and advanced manufacturing. It aimed to create skilled job opportunities, enhance environmentally conscious industrial clusters and contribute to Malaysia's national economic goals. The PDFZ forms part of the MVV 2.0's broader masterplan, which also included the NS High Tech Industrial Park, NS Aerospace Valley, Integrated Maritime Hub and NS Semiconductor Valley. In line with its strategic approach, Guthrie had earlier partnered with Eco World Development Group Berhad and NS Corporation to launch Eco Business Park 7 in Mukim Jimah. The company is also actively engaging with state agencies and business partners to extend its new business pillars in key growth regions across Malaysia. The initiative is a clear reflection of Guthrie's long-term strategy to unlock the full potential of its landbank while securing future income streams.
Rakyat Post
7 days ago
- Business
- Rakyat Post
SD Guthrie and MBI Negeri Sembilan to Develop Industrial Parkwithin a 600-Acre Strategic Zone in Port Dickson
Subscribe to our FREE SD Guthrie Berhad (Guthrie) has signed a Sale and Purchase Agreement (SPA) for 300 acres of land, and a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to establish a joint venture (JV) to develop an industrial park on an additional 300 acres of land, with Menteri Besar Incorporated Negeri Sembilan (MBINS). The signing of the documents was witnessed by Dato' Seri Utama Aminuddin bin Harun, Menteri Besar of Negeri Sembilan and Chairman of MBINS. The 600-acre site is located in Guthrie's Sengkang Estate, which lies within the Mukim of Pasir Panjang in the district of Port Dickson, Negeri Sembilan. The proposed JV would establish a framework for collaboration on the development of an industrial park. Subject to the JV's incorporation and finalisation of a masterplan targeted in Q1 2026, infrastructure works for the industrial park are expected to commence in Q2 2026. According to Datuk Mohamad Helmy Othman Basha, Guthrie's Group Managing Director,these latest milestones mark a significant step in Guthrie's ongoing efforts to maximise the value of its landbank and are expected to facilitate the development of the Port Dickson Free Zone (PDFZ), the state's strategic economic initiative. 'Our collaboration with MBINS is another important milestone for Guthrie as we strengthen our presence in Negeri Sembilan's industrial development sector. By combining land monetisation and a key strategic partnership with MBINS, we are able to realise the value of the land immediately and also secure another potential recurring income stream for Guthrie. This scalable model is necessary for the long-term growth of Guthrie and one we aim to replicate across other high-potential corridors,' said Datuk Mohamad Helmy. 'The PDFZ is a forward-looking initiative, and we are proud to be part of a development that aligns with national development priorities and sustainable progress that will bring more socioeconomic benefits for the rakyat,' he added. Sengkang Estate is part of Guthrie's plantation landbank and is strategically located near the coastal town of Pasir Panjang in Port Dickson. The area is accessible via the Seremban–Port Dickson Highway (SPDH) and the Port Dickson–Linggi road network. Both routes are connected to the North South Highway and offer easy access to the Malaysia Vision Valley 2.0 (MVV 2.0), the primary economic corridor on the west of Peninsular Malaysia. The collaboration between Guthrie and MBINS reflects a mutual ambition to foster inclusive and sustainable development in the PDFZ. The PDFZ is part of a broader development plan under the MVV 2.0, which includes various development areas such as NS High Tech Industrial Park, NS Aerospace Valley, Integrated Maritime Hub and NS Semiconductor Valley. PDFZ will be developed on approximately 600 acres across from the future site of Midport, a smart AI-powered container port. Together, the two projects are set to reshape Port Dickson into a dynamic 'New Port City', anchored by advanced infrastructure, technology, and sustainable economic activity. 'This collaboration is a manifestation of our serious commitment to sustainable, innovationdriven development. With the establishment of PDFZ, we are not only developing a modern industrial park but also laying the groundwork for Port Dickson to become Malaysia's nextgeneration smart port city,' said YAB Dato' Seri Utama Haji Aminuddin bin Harun, Menteri Besar of Negeri Sembilan. PDFZ complements Midport by providing ready industrial space and support facilities, including smart warehouses, advanced manufacturing zones and high-capacity utilities. Investors operating within PDFZ will benefit directly from their proximity to a smart container port, enabling just-in-time logistics and supply chain optimisation. 'The success of Midport is intrinsically linked to the development of PDFZ. Together, they form a twin-growth model that will attract global industry leaders, support high-value jobs, and enhance Negeri Sembilan's role in national economic development,' the Menteri Besar added. PDFZ is set to deliver far-reaching benefits to the state, including the creation of skilled job opportunities, the development of next-generation infrastructure, and the promotion of environmentally responsible industrial clusters. This initiative aligns with national aspirations and is designed to attract quality investors in high-impact sectors such as green technology, smart logistics, and advanced manufacturing. In Negeri Sembilan, Guthrie recently established a strategic partnership with Eco World Development Group Berhad and NS Corporation to develop 'Eco Business Park 7' in Mukim Jimah. The company is also in active discussions with other state agencies and potential business partners to grow the company's new business pillars in strategically located land parcels across Malaysia. With this strategic approach, Guthrie will protect its future interests and also unlock the full value of its land. Share your thoughts with us via TRP's . Get more stories like this to your inbox by signing up for our newsletter.
Perth Now
23-06-2025
- Sport
- Perth Now
England's Ashes hope is back, and takes a wicket
He's back, again, and this time England fans hope it's for good, or at least until the end of the 2025-26 Ashes. Jofra Archer, England's injury-ravaged fast-bowling star, has taken his first red-ball wicket in four years and already English thoughts are turning to Down Under. Now 30 Archer is playing his first red-ball match since May 2021, featuring for Sussex in their County Championship Division One match at Chester-le-Street. After making 31 with the bat on Sunday, he got hold of the ball - a Kookaburra, which is being used in these fixtures - for the first time on Monday and took a wicket during his second spell, trapping left-hander Emilio Gay leg before. Archer - whose Test career has been derailed by a string of injuries - finished with one for 28 from his 14-over spell, which included six maidens. "Now I know my body can hold up to it, the mental part of the game (is a greater issue)," Archer told BBC Radio Sussex. "Over the next couple of days I'm going to have a battle with it. It's all good. I'll keep trucking along. "When the scoreboard got to 50 overs I was like, 'It's time to come off now', but we got to the end of day and it wasn't that bad." There is plenty of bowling to come for Archer if he wants with Durham 5-249 in reply to Sussex's 361. Archer has played 13 Tests for England, but none since February 2021. Asked if he felt ready to return to Test cricket, Archer replied: "I guess so. "I just want to get through the game. I'm glad I've finished a day of four-day cricket." It was also a red-letter day for West Australian Liam Guthrie who added another wicket to his overnight half-dozen to finish with a career-best haul for Northamptonshire against Middlesex. Guthrie, who has a UK passport and so isn't considered an overseas player for Darren Lehmann's Northants, topped his previous best when he had centurion Joe Cracknell brilliantly caught one-handed by Calvin Harrison at point. That gave Guthrie 7-94 passing his 6-60 for Queensland against Victoria. At the close on the second day of four Northants were 5-308 in reply to Middlesex's 413. Elsewhere Caleb Jewell made 32 as Derbyshire replied to Gloucestershire's 187, in which Cameron Bancroft made 58, with 398. Batting again at Bristol Glos were 1-62 with captain Bancroft 32 not out, still 149 runs behind. with PA
The Advertiser
23-06-2025
- Sport
- The Advertiser
Kookaburra season in England has left one Aussie rapt
The Kookaburra cricket ball has been brought out to play in England's county cricket season - and one Australian quick bowler couldn't be happier. Liam Guthrie hadn't had the best of times with Northamptonshire so far this campaign, having not taken more than three wickets in any innings for Darren Lehmann's division two outfit all season. But that all changed at Northampton on Sunday when the Australian Kookaburra ball was introduced for the next few county games in place of the familiar English-produced Dukes ball - and Guthrie produced a six-wicket display against Middlesex, easily his best performance so far. Taking advantage of his expertise with the cherry he's more familiar with using, the 28-year-old ripped through the visitors' top-order taking three quick wickets to reduce Middlesex to 3-33. He also struck later in the day, getting rid of half-centurion Luke Hollman and ended with figures of 6-87 off 19 probing overs, with the battling unbeaten century from wicketkeeper-batter Joe Cracknell providing the main rearguard action as Middlesex battled back to finish on 8-397. "I play a fair bit with the Kook back home in Australia. It is a different skill to the Dukes. Guys who play with the Dukes over here obviously have skills that are different to what Australian seamers would have when they come over," said West Australian Guthrie, who has a UK passport and isn't considered an overseas player. "It's just about being clear with your plans and sort of hitting the deck hard, not sort of floating it when the Kookaburra's a bit softer." One more wicket tomorrow and Guthrie will go past his career-best first-class figures of 6-60 for Queensland against Victoria a couple of years ago. Elsewhere in the resumed county championship program, a couple of Aussie batters also seemed perfectly at home with the introduction of the Kookaburra, which is part of the English game's continued bid to give home players wider international experience. There were half-centuries for Gloucestershire captain Cameron Bancroft, who top-scored with 58 off 127 balls as they were skittled for 187 by Derbyshire at Bristol, and Sussex's Tasmanian opener Daniel Hughes, who made 60 off 110 balls against Durham at Chester-le-Street in their 9-322. It was a big day for debutant Ashton Turner at Blackpool as he was handed his Lancashire cap by his Australian teammate Chris Green, who took a wicket (1-63) on a rain-interrupted day as Kent finished the opening day on 3-213. Lancashire's captain for the first time in a county match was 42-year-old James Anderson, who was also the subject of a special presentation of his own as he received a bottle of champagne to mark his 300th first-class match. Anderson, who couldn't mark the latest landmark with a wicket (0-36), stepped in as skipper because Lancashire's Australian skipper Marcus Harris, the top-scorer in the county championship this season (825 runs), had flown home to attend the birth of his second child. The Kookaburra cricket ball has been brought out to play in England's county cricket season - and one Australian quick bowler couldn't be happier. Liam Guthrie hadn't had the best of times with Northamptonshire so far this campaign, having not taken more than three wickets in any innings for Darren Lehmann's division two outfit all season. But that all changed at Northampton on Sunday when the Australian Kookaburra ball was introduced for the next few county games in place of the familiar English-produced Dukes ball - and Guthrie produced a six-wicket display against Middlesex, easily his best performance so far. Taking advantage of his expertise with the cherry he's more familiar with using, the 28-year-old ripped through the visitors' top-order taking three quick wickets to reduce Middlesex to 3-33. He also struck later in the day, getting rid of half-centurion Luke Hollman and ended with figures of 6-87 off 19 probing overs, with the battling unbeaten century from wicketkeeper-batter Joe Cracknell providing the main rearguard action as Middlesex battled back to finish on 8-397. "I play a fair bit with the Kook back home in Australia. It is a different skill to the Dukes. Guys who play with the Dukes over here obviously have skills that are different to what Australian seamers would have when they come over," said West Australian Guthrie, who has a UK passport and isn't considered an overseas player. "It's just about being clear with your plans and sort of hitting the deck hard, not sort of floating it when the Kookaburra's a bit softer." One more wicket tomorrow and Guthrie will go past his career-best first-class figures of 6-60 for Queensland against Victoria a couple of years ago. Elsewhere in the resumed county championship program, a couple of Aussie batters also seemed perfectly at home with the introduction of the Kookaburra, which is part of the English game's continued bid to give home players wider international experience. There were half-centuries for Gloucestershire captain Cameron Bancroft, who top-scored with 58 off 127 balls as they were skittled for 187 by Derbyshire at Bristol, and Sussex's Tasmanian opener Daniel Hughes, who made 60 off 110 balls against Durham at Chester-le-Street in their 9-322. It was a big day for debutant Ashton Turner at Blackpool as he was handed his Lancashire cap by his Australian teammate Chris Green, who took a wicket (1-63) on a rain-interrupted day as Kent finished the opening day on 3-213. Lancashire's captain for the first time in a county match was 42-year-old James Anderson, who was also the subject of a special presentation of his own as he received a bottle of champagne to mark his 300th first-class match. Anderson, who couldn't mark the latest landmark with a wicket (0-36), stepped in as skipper because Lancashire's Australian skipper Marcus Harris, the top-scorer in the county championship this season (825 runs), had flown home to attend the birth of his second child. The Kookaburra cricket ball has been brought out to play in England's county cricket season - and one Australian quick bowler couldn't be happier. Liam Guthrie hadn't had the best of times with Northamptonshire so far this campaign, having not taken more than three wickets in any innings for Darren Lehmann's division two outfit all season. But that all changed at Northampton on Sunday when the Australian Kookaburra ball was introduced for the next few county games in place of the familiar English-produced Dukes ball - and Guthrie produced a six-wicket display against Middlesex, easily his best performance so far. Taking advantage of his expertise with the cherry he's more familiar with using, the 28-year-old ripped through the visitors' top-order taking three quick wickets to reduce Middlesex to 3-33. He also struck later in the day, getting rid of half-centurion Luke Hollman and ended with figures of 6-87 off 19 probing overs, with the battling unbeaten century from wicketkeeper-batter Joe Cracknell providing the main rearguard action as Middlesex battled back to finish on 8-397. "I play a fair bit with the Kook back home in Australia. It is a different skill to the Dukes. Guys who play with the Dukes over here obviously have skills that are different to what Australian seamers would have when they come over," said West Australian Guthrie, who has a UK passport and isn't considered an overseas player. "It's just about being clear with your plans and sort of hitting the deck hard, not sort of floating it when the Kookaburra's a bit softer." One more wicket tomorrow and Guthrie will go past his career-best first-class figures of 6-60 for Queensland against Victoria a couple of years ago. Elsewhere in the resumed county championship program, a couple of Aussie batters also seemed perfectly at home with the introduction of the Kookaburra, which is part of the English game's continued bid to give home players wider international experience. There were half-centuries for Gloucestershire captain Cameron Bancroft, who top-scored with 58 off 127 balls as they were skittled for 187 by Derbyshire at Bristol, and Sussex's Tasmanian opener Daniel Hughes, who made 60 off 110 balls against Durham at Chester-le-Street in their 9-322. It was a big day for debutant Ashton Turner at Blackpool as he was handed his Lancashire cap by his Australian teammate Chris Green, who took a wicket (1-63) on a rain-interrupted day as Kent finished the opening day on 3-213. Lancashire's captain for the first time in a county match was 42-year-old James Anderson, who was also the subject of a special presentation of his own as he received a bottle of champagne to mark his 300th first-class match. Anderson, who couldn't mark the latest landmark with a wicket (0-36), stepped in as skipper because Lancashire's Australian skipper Marcus Harris, the top-scorer in the county championship this season (825 runs), had flown home to attend the birth of his second child.
