Bijay Pokharel
Bijay Pokharel is the Founder and Editor-in-Chief of Abijita, an independent technology and cybersecurity news publication established in 2017. A specialist in cybersecurity journalism, Bijay covers vulnerability research, malware analysis, enterprise data breaches, digital privacy, and emerging technologies. His work translates complex technical threats into precise, accessible, and actionable intelligence for security professionals and general readers alike. His reporting and investigative coverage are routinely cited and republished across leading technology and security media.
Verizon Faces Major Wireless Outage Across the U.S. Due to Software Issue
Verizon customers across the United States experienced a major wireless service outage on Saturday, August 30, 2025, after the company confirmed a software issue disrupted its network.
Bijay Pokharel,
August 31, 2025
1 min read
WhatsApp Fixes Zero-Click Bug Exploited to Hack Apple Users
WhatsApp has fixed a serious zero-click security flaw that was used to target Apple users with advanced spyware.
Bijay Pokharel,
August 30, 2025
1 min read
TikTok Now Lets Everyone Send Voice Memos and Pictures in DMs
Starting this week, all users aged 16 and above can now send voice memos and share photos or short videos directly in private chats.
Bijay Pokharel,
August 30, 2025
1 min read
How to Grow Your Blog Traffic Organically (Step-by-Step Guide)
Learn simple and proven ways to grow your blog traffic organically with SEO, evergreen content, and smart promotion strategies.
Bijay Pokharel,
August 30, 2025
5 min read
Google Rolls Out ‘Calling Cards’ in Android Phone App
Google is rolling out a new feature called “Calling Cards” in its Phone app, giving Android users a more personalized calling experience.
Bijay Pokharel,
August 29, 2025
1 min read
Microsoft Word Now Saves New Documents to the Cloud by Default
Starting with the latest update, new Word documents will now be saved to the cloud by default, rather than locally on a computer.
Bijay Pokharel,
August 29, 2025
1 min read
U.S. Government Takes Nearly 10% Stake in Intel
The U.S. government has taken a nearly 10% equity stake in Intel, marking a historic move to secure America’s semiconductor manufacturing capabilities.
Bijay Pokharel,
August 29, 2025
1 min read
Can ChatGPT Really Count Up to 1 Million?
The short answer is yes—but not in the straightforward way people might expect
Bijay Pokharel,
August 28, 2025
1 min read
FBI: China-Linked ‘Salt Typhoon’ Hack Hit 200 U.S. Companies Across 80 Countries
The FBI has confirmed that the Chinese state-backed hacking group known as Salt Typhoon has compromised at least 200 U.S. companies and expanded its cyber espionage campaign to more than 80 countries.
Bijay Pokharel,
August 28, 2025
1 min read
WhatsApp Rolls Out AI-Powered “Writing Help” to Rephrase Messages
WhatsApp has launched a new AI feature called “Writing Help” that allows users to rephrase and adjust the tone of their messages with just a tap.
Bijay Pokharel,
August 28, 2025
1 min read
Google Vids Expands Access With AI Avatars and Image-to-Video Tools
Google is making its AI-powered video editing app, Google Vids, available to everyone, expanding beyond Workspace and AI plan users.
Bijay Pokharel,
August 28, 2025
1 min read
OpenAI to Introduce Parental Controls in ChatGPT After Teen’s Death
OpenAI has announced plans to roll out parental controls and new safety measures in ChatGPT following the tragic death of a 16-year-old who had confided in the chatbot.
Bijay Pokharel,
August 28, 2025
1 min read
Microsoft Clarity to Enforce Cookie Consent in Europe by October 31, 2025
Microsoft has announced that its analytics platform, Clarity, will begin enforcing cookie consent requirements in the European Economic Area (EEA), the UK, and Switzerland.
Bijay Pokharel,
August 27, 2025
1 min read
Google to Verify All Android Developers to Block Malware on Google Play
Google is rolling out a major security upgrade for Android users. Starting in 2026, all apps installed on certified Android devices will need to come from verified developers.
Bijay Pokharel,
August 27, 2025
1 min read
Microsoft HQ Goes Into Lockdown After Activists Take Over Brad Smith’s Office
Microsoft’s Redmond headquarters was temporarily locked down on Monday after activists from the group “No Azure for Apartheid” staged a sit-in at President Brad Smith’s office in Building 34.
Bijay Pokharel,
August 27, 2025
1 min read
SpaceX Completes 10th Starship Test Flight Successfully
SpaceX has successfully completed its 10th Starship flight test, marking a milestone after several previous explosions.
Bijay Pokharel,
August 27, 2025
1 min read
Rajamouli Brings Back Baahubali in a Single 5-Hour Epic
The movie will be released in theaters worldwide on October 31, 2025.
Bijay Pokharel,
August 27, 2025
1 min read
Google Translate Adds AI-Powered Language Lessons and Live Translation
Google is rolling out new AI-powered language learning tools inside its Translate app, designed to help users practice languages with personalized lessons.
Bijay Pokharel,
August 27, 2025
1 min read
Apple to Launch iPhone 17 on September 9 at “Awe Dropping” Event
Apple has officially confirmed its next big event called “Awe Dropping”, where it will launch the iPhone 17 series.
Bijay Pokharel,
August 27, 2025
1 min read
Malicious Android Apps With 19 Million Installs Removed From Google Play
Google has removed 77 malicious Android apps from the Play Store after they were found to be spreading malware, including the notorious Joker spyware and the Anatsa banking trojan.
Bijay Pokharel,
August 26, 2025
1 min read



