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.
WestJet Investigates Cyberattack That Disrupted Internal Systems and App Access
WestJet, Canada’s second-largest airline, is investigating a cybersecurity incident that disrupted access to its internal systems and impacted the WestJet mobile app and website.
Bijay Pokharel,
June 15, 2025
1 min read
Anubis Ransomware Adds File-Wiping Feature to Increase Pressure on Victims
This new file-wiping module permanently erases files, making recovery impossible even if the ransom is paid.
Bijay Pokharel,
June 15, 2025
1 min read
Apple’s AI Tagging for App Store Discoverability Debuts in iOS 26 Beta
Apple has introduced a new AI-powered tagging system to improve app discoverability on the App Store, now available in the developer beta of iOS 26.
Bijay Pokharel,
June 14, 2025
1 min read
New AI Tool Analyses DNA for Faster, Affordable Cancer Monitoring
A team of researchers from Singapore has developed a new artificial intelligence (AI)-based method that makes tracking cancer easier and faster-using blood tests.
Bijay Pokharel,
June 14, 2025
2 min read
Study Shows Alcohol-Linked Liver Deaths Rising in Women, Young Adults
Alcohol-related liver disease deaths are increasing rapidly among women and young adults, according to new research.
Bijay Pokharel,
June 14, 2025
2 min read
How to Fix Missed Scheduled Posts in WordPress
In this step-by-step guide, you’ll learn how to fix missed scheduled posts in WordPress by replacing WordPress’s built-in cron system with a real, reliable server-side cron job using cURL.
Bijay Pokharel,
June 14, 2025
2 min read
Severe COVID Infection in Kids Linked to Heart Disease Risks: Study
Scientists from Harvard University (US) and Murdoch University (Australia) analysed blood samples from 147 children across different COVID-19 cases.
Bijay Pokharel,
June 14, 2025
2 min read
Maternal Exposure to Pollution Linked to Changes in Foetal Brain Structures
Maternal exposure to pollution, particularly during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy, can affect specific brain structures of unborn babies in the womb, according to a study.
Bijay Pokharel,
June 14, 2025
2 min read
Victoria’s Secret Restores Systems After Cyberattack, No Major Impact on Business
Victoria’s Secret has fully restored all critical systems affected by a cybersecurity incident that took place on May 24, 2025.
Bijay Pokharel,
June 14, 2025
2 min read
Hackers Hijack Expired Discord Invite Links to Spread Malware
Security researchers have uncovered a new tactic where hackers are reusing expired or deleted Discord invite links to redirect users to malicious websites.
Bijay Pokharel,
June 14, 2025
1 min read
Google Tests AI-Generated Audio Overviews in Mobile Search Results
Google is experimenting with a new feature that adds AI-generated Audio Overviews directly to mobile search results.
Bijay Pokharel,
June 14, 2025
1 min read
Elon Musk Recommends Deorbiting International Space Station within 2 Years
SpaceX CEO Elon Musk on Friday again recommended deorbiting the International Space Station within the next two years, which is significantly ahead of the planned deorbit in 2031.
Bijay Pokharel,
June 14, 2025
2 min read
How to Protect Your Online Identity: Simple Tips to Stay Safe in the Digital World
Protect your online identity with strong passwords, MFA, cautious sharing, and regular monitoring to avoid scams, data breaches, and identity theft.
Bijay Pokharel,
June 14, 2025
4 min read
Microsoft Rolls Out Secure Password Sharing in Edge for Business Users
Microsoft has officially launched a new secure password deployment feature for Edge for Business, aiming to improve password sharing practices in enterprise environments.
Bijay Pokharel,
June 13, 2025
1 min read
Hackers Use TeamFiltration Tool to Target Over 80,000 Microsoft Entra ID Accounts
A sophisticated hacking campaign has targeted over 80,000 Microsoft Entra ID accounts across hundreds of organizations worldwide, according to cybersecurity firm Proofpoint.
Bijay Pokharel,
June 13, 2025
1 min read
Tesla Sues Ex-Engineer Over Alleged Theft of Humanoid Robot Secrets
Tesla has filed a lawsuit against a former engineer, Zhongjie “Jay” Li, accusing him of stealing trade secrets related to its humanoid robot project, Optimus, and using them to launch a rival startup.
Bijay Pokharel,
June 13, 2025
1 min read
Microsoft Launches Copilot Vision for Windows to Assist Users in Real Time
Microsoft has officially launched Copilot Vision for Windows, a powerful new extension of its AI assistant that can analyze your screen in real time to provide help, insights, and coaching.
Bijay Pokharel,
June 13, 2025
1 min read
Instagram Adds Real-Time Spotify Integration and New Profile Tools to Boost Creative Expression
Instagram is rolling out a series of new features aimed at enhancing user expression and reducing the pressure of sharing content.
Bijay Pokharel,
June 13, 2025
1 min read
Reddit Rolls Out New Comment Features Including Drafts, Insights, and Cross-Posting
Reddit is introducing a series of new features aimed at enhancing user engagement and conversation tracking.
Bijay Pokharel,
June 13, 2025
1 min read
LTK Partners With Pinterest to Boost Influencer Reach and Affiliate Sales
Influencers on the popular affiliate shopping platform LTK are about to gain a powerful new distribution channel — Pinterest.
Bijay Pokharel,
June 13, 2025
1 min read



