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.
X Says Indian Government Ordered Block of Over 2,300 Accounts, Including Reuters
Elon Musk-owned social media platform X (formerly Twitter) said on Tuesday that it was directed by the Indian government to block 2,355 accounts, including global news agency Reuters and its official handle ReutersWorld.
Bijay Pokharel,
July 8, 2025
1 min read
OnePlus Launches Five New Products, Including Nord 5, Watch 3 43mm, Buds 4, and More
OnePlus launches five new devices, including the Nord 5, Watch 3 (43mm), Buds 4, and more—offering compact design, AI features, and budget-friendly prices.
Bijay Pokharel,
July 8, 2025
3 min read
What is Web3 and Why Are People Talking About It?
Web3 is the next phase of the internet focused on decentralization, user control, and blockchain technology. Here's what it means and why it matters.
Bijay Pokharel,
July 8, 2025
5 min read
Chinese National Arrested in Italy for Alleged Role in State-Backed Cyberattacks
A Chinese citizen has been arrested in Milan, Italy, for allegedly being involved with a state-sponsored hacking group known for targeting U.S. organizations and government agencies.
Bijay Pokharel,
July 8, 2025
1 min read
Intel’s New Arrow Lake Refresh May Bring Microsoft Copilot Plus AI to Desktop PCs
Microsoft’s powerful Copilot Plus AI features have only been available on select laptops until now. But that could change soon, thanks to a new update from Intel.
Bijay Pokharel,
July 8, 2025
1 min read
OpenAI Boosts Security to Stop Spying and Leaks
OpenAI has implemented significant enhancements to its security systems to safeguard its technology against espionage and data leaks.
Bijay Pokharel,
July 8, 2025
1 min read
Windows 11 Notepad Now Supports Markdown Text Formatting
Microsoft has rolled out a major upgrade to Notepad on Windows 11, introducing support for Markdown-style text formatting.
Bijay Pokharel,
July 8, 2025
1 min read
Qantas Hit by Cyberattack, Now Facing Extortion Over Stolen Customer Data
Australian airline Qantas has confirmed it is being extorted following a recent cyberattack that may have exposed the personal data of up to 6 million customers.
Bijay Pokharel,
July 8, 2025
2 min read
Hackers Steal $140 Million from Brazilian Banks Using Insider Access
Hackers have stolen nearly $140 million from six major banks in Brazil by exploiting insider access at C&M, a company that provides financial connectivity services.
Bijay Pokharel,
July 8, 2025
2 min read
Jack Dorsey Builds Offline Messaging App ‘Bitchat’ Using Bluetooth Mesh Network
Block CEO and Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey has unveiled a new experimental messaging app called Bitchat, which allows users to communicate without Wi-Fi or cellular service by using Bluetooth mesh networking.
Bijay Pokharel,
July 8, 2025
2 min read
Epic Games Settles Antitrust Lawsuit Against Samsung
Epic Games, the developer behind Fortnite, has officially settled its antitrust lawsuit against Samsung, according to a recent court filing.
Bijay Pokharel,
July 8, 2025
1 min read
ChatGPT Is Testing a New Feature Called ‘Study Together’
OpenAI appears to be testing a new experimental feature in ChatGPT called “Study Together,” aimed at making the chatbot a more interactive educational tool.
Bijay Pokharel,
July 8, 2025
1 min read
Bluesky Rolls Out Push Notifications for Specific Accounts
Bluesky has introduced a much-requested feature that allows users to receive push notifications for specific accounts.
Bijay Pokharel,
July 8, 2025
1 min read
Microsoft Edge Just Got a Lot Faster — Here’s What’s New
Microsoft has announced a major performance upgrade for its Edge browser, claiming it now renders the first parts of a website in under 300 milliseconds, thanks to improvements in the browser’s UI performance.
Bijay Pokharel,
July 8, 2025
1 min read
Ingram Micro Hit by Ransomware Attack, Causing Major Outage
U.S. tech distribution giant Ingram Micro confirmed on Monday that a ransomware attack is behind an ongoing outage that has disrupted its global operations since last Thursday.
Bijay Pokharel,
July 7, 2025
1 min read
TikTok Reportedly Developing New App for U.S. Users Ahead of Planned Sale
TikTok is reportedly working on a new version of its app specifically for U.S. users, according to The Information.
Bijay Pokharel,
July 7, 2025
1 min read
How to Stop Your Phone from Listening to You
In this article, we’ll walk you through how to stop your phone from listening to you, whether you're using an Android or an iPhone. Let’s break it all down.
Bijay Pokharel,
July 7, 2025
5 min read
Apple Appeals ‘Unprecedented’ €500 Million EU App Store Fine
Apple is officially appealing a €500 million ($580 million) fine imposed by the European Commission for allegedly violating the EU’s Digital Markets Act (DMA) by restricting app developers from steering users to alternative payment options.
Bijay Pokharel,
July 7, 2025
1 min read
Windows 11 Finally Overtakes Windows 10 as Most Used Desktop OS
Microsoft has hit a major milestone with Windows 11 — it has officially become the most used desktop operating system, just months before Windows 10 reaches its end of support.
Bijay Pokharel,
July 7, 2025
1 min read
Brighter Night-Time Light Exposure May Not Be Good for Your Heart
Are you in the habit of sleeping with lights on during the night? Beware, a study led by an international team of researchers found that brighter night-time light exposure may increase the risks of five major cardiovascular diseases.
Bijay Pokharel,
July 7, 2025
2 min read



