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.
Windows 11 Tests AI File Search in Copilot App
Microsoft is rolling out a new experimental feature in Windows 11 that brings AI-powered file search to the Copilot app.
Bijay Pokharel,
August 21, 2025
1 min read
Apple Releases Emergency Updates to Fix New Actively Exploited Zero-Day
Apple has rolled out emergency security updates to patch a newly discovered zero-day vulnerability that is already being exploited in targeted attacks.
Bijay Pokharel,
August 21, 2025
1 min read
Sony Raises PlayStation 5 Prices in the U.S. Amid Tariff Pressure
Sony has announced a price increase for all PlayStation 5 models sold in the United States, with the new pricing set to take effect starting August 21, 2025.
Bijay Pokharel,
August 21, 2025
1 min read
Ohio Medical Alliance Data Breach Exposed Nearly 1 Million Patient Records
An unencrypted and unprotected database containing 957,434 records was found publicly accessible. The database appears to belong to Ohio Medical Alliance LLC (OMA), which operates under the brand Ohio Marijuana Card and provides telemedicine and in-person evaluations to help patients obtain physician-certified medical marijuana cards.
Bijay Pokharel,
August 20, 2025
1 min read
AI Fiesta Review Should You Buy It or Not
AI Fiesta is a new app that brings many AI tools into one place. But is it really worth your money Let’s take a look.
Bijay Pokharel,
August 20, 2025
2 min read
Windows 11 24H2 Update Causing SSD and HDD Failures for Some Users
Microsoft’s latest Windows 11 24H2 updates are reportedly causing serious problems for certain SSDs and HDDs, leading to data corruption and drive failures.
Bijay Pokharel,
August 20, 2025
1 min read
Trump’s White House Joins TikTok While Ban Deadline Nears
Despite the ban uncertainty, the White House created a TikTok account, @WhiteHouse, and posted its first video on Tuesday night, celebrating Trump’s achievements.
Bijay Pokharel,
August 20, 2025
1 min read
High-Severity Vulnerability Found in WordPress Contact Form 7 Redirection Plugin
A serious security flaw has been discovered in the popular Redirection for Contact Form 7 plugin, which is used on more than 300,000 WordPress websites.
Bijay Pokharel,
August 20, 2025
1 min read
Google to Pay $30 Million to Settle Children’s YouTube Data Lawsuit
Google will pay $30M to settle a lawsuit over YouTube collecting children’s data without consent. The case covers U.S. viewers under 13 from 2013–2020.
Bijay Pokharel,
August 20, 2025
1 min read
Meta Brings AI Voice Translation to Facebook and Instagram Reels
Meta is rolling out a new AI-powered translation tool for creators on Facebook and Instagram, making it easier to reach audiences in different languages.
Bijay Pokharel,
August 20, 2025
1 min read
NASA’s James Webb Telescope Discovers a New Moon Orbiting Uranus
NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has discovered a new small moon orbiting Uranus, bringing the planet’s total number of known moons to 29.
Bijay Pokharel,
August 20, 2025
1 min read
Google Docs Gets Gemini AI Read-Aloud Feature
Google Docs is adding a new Gemini AI-powered feature that can read documents out loud, making it easier for users to listen to their files instead of reading them.
Bijay Pokharel,
August 20, 2025
1 min read
How to Browse the Internet Safely on Public Wi-Fi
Learn how to browse safely on public Wi-Fi with simple tips like VPNs, HTTPS, and smart habits to protect your data from hackers.
Bijay Pokharel,
August 20, 2025
5 min read
Spotify Launches Custom Transitions for Playlists: Mix Like a DJ
Spotify is rolling out a brand-new feature for Premium subscribers that lets users create more professional, personalized playlists with custom track transitions.
Bijay Pokharel,
August 19, 2025
1 min read
OpenAI Launches Affordable “ChatGPT Go” Plan in India at ₹399 Per Month
OpenAI has introduced a new subscription plan called ChatGPT Go, specifically designed for India. Priced at ₹399 ($4.57) per month.
Bijay Pokharel,
August 19, 2025
1 min read
Mozilla Warns Germany Could Soon Declare Ad Blockers Illegal
Mozilla has raised concerns that Germany may be moving toward making ad blockers illegal after a new court ruling reignited a long-running legal battle.Mozilla has raised concerns that Germany may be moving toward making ad blockers illegal after a new court ruling reignited a long-running...
Bijay Pokharel,
August 19, 2025
1 min read
Allianz Life Data Breach Exposes 1.1 Million Customers
Insurance company Allianz Life has confirmed a major data breach that exposed the personal information of more than 1.1 million U.S. customers.
Bijay Pokharel,
August 19, 2025
1 min read
Roblox Tightens Rules on Sexual Content After Lawsuit Over Child Safety
Roblox is introducing stricter safety rules after facing lawsuits that accuse the platform of failing to protect children from sexual predators.
Bijay Pokharel,
August 19, 2025
1 min read
Trump Administration Considers Taking 10% Stake in Intel
The Trump administration is reportedly in early discussions about acquiring a 10% equity stake in Intel, which would make the U.S. government one of the chipmaker’s largest shareholders.
Bijay Pokharel,
August 19, 2025
1 min read
Windows 11 Dark Mode Finally Getting More Attention
Windows 11 preview build adds more dark mode elements, hinting at a full UI overhaul with the upcoming 25H2 update.
Bijay Pokharel,
August 18, 2025
2 min read



