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.
Eating a Healthy Diet in Childhood Can Delay Menstrual Onset in Girls: Study
A new study finds that eating a diet rich in vegetables, legumes, and whole grains in childhood can delay the onset of menstruation in girls.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 8, 2025
2 min read
Hackers Exploit Critical Vulnerability in OttoKit WordPress Plugin to Create Rogue Admin Accounts
Hackers are actively exploiting a critical vulnerability in the OttoKit WordPress plugin, allowing them to create rogue administrator accounts on targeted websites.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 8, 2025
1 min read
New Phishing Kit ‘CoGUI’ Sent 580 Million Emails to Steal User Data
A new phishing kit called CoGUI has been used to send over 580 million emails between January and April 2025 in an attempt to steal account credentials and payment information from users.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 8, 2025
1 min read
LockBit Ransomware Gang Hit by Major Data Breach, Panel Defaced and Data Leaked
The LockBit ransomware gang has been hacked. Their dark web admin panels were defaced, and hackers leaked their internal database containing sensitive info like Bitcoin addresses, chat logs, and plaintext passwords.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 8, 2025
1 min read
Snap Map Hits 400 Million Users as Snapchat Leads in Real-Time Location Sharing
Snapchat says its Snap Map now has over 400 million monthly users. The feature shows where your friends are and helps you find cool places nearby.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 8, 2025
1 min read
Google Searches in Safari Decline for the First Time, Apple Blames Rise of AI Tools
Google searches conducted through Apple’s Safari browser declined for the first time ever last month, Apple’s senior VP of services Eddy Cue revealed during Google’s ongoing antitrust trial.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 8, 2025
1 min read
FTC Loses Appeal in Legal Battle Over Microsoft’s $68.7 Billion Activision Deal
The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has officially lost its appeal in the ongoing legal case challenging Microsoft’s $68.7 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard, marking another legal win for Microsoft in one of the largest deals in gaming history.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 8, 2025
1 min read
Reddit CEO Confirms Old Reddit Isn’t Going Away—At Least Not Yet
Longtime fans of old.reddit.com can breathe a sigh of relief. Despite growing concerns that Reddit would retire its classic interface in favor of the newer design, CEO Steve Huffman has confirmed that the old layout will remain, at least for now.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 8, 2025
1 min read
Google Launches Dedicated Gemini App for iPad with Multitasking and AI-Powered Features
Google has officially launched a dedicated iPadOS version of the Gemini app, enhancing the AI assistant experience for iPad users.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 8, 2025
1 min read
Samsung to Unveil Galaxy S25 Edge on May 12 During Virtual Unpacked Event
Samsung has officially confirmed that it will unveil the much-anticipated Galaxy S25 Edge during a virtual Unpacked event on Monday, May 12th at 8 PM ET.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 8, 2025
1 min read
Study Shows Diabetes Drug May Help Treat Prostate Cancer
Certain drugs used to treat type 2 diabetes can also be used to treat prostate cancer, according to a study.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 7, 2025
2 min read
Chinese ex-SK Hynix Worker Sentenced to 5 Years in Prison for Tech Leak
An appeals court on Wednesday sentenced a Chinese former employee of SK hynix to five years in prison for leaking the company's core semiconductor technology.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 7, 2025
2 min read
Polish Authorities Arrest Four in Crackdown on DDoS-for-Hire Platforms
Polish authorities have arrested four individuals accused of running a network of websites that allowed users to launch cyberattacks for a small fee.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 7, 2025
2 min read
Amazon is Working on a New AI Tool to Help Developers Write Code Faster
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is developing a new AI-powered tool called “Kiro” that can help write computer code quickly and efficiently.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 7, 2025
1 min read
Seoul Requests ‘Special Consideration’ as US Mulls Tariffs on Chip Imports
South Korea has asked the United States to make "special consideration" of its chip exports as the Donald Trump administration is moving to impose tariffs on imported semiconductors, Seoul's industry ministry said on Wednesday.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 7, 2025
2 min read
Microsoft Introduces AI Agents and New Windows 11 Features for Copilot+ PCs
Microsoft has unveiled a new wave of AI-powered experiences for Copilot+ PCs, aiming to make everyday tasks on Windows 11 smarter and more intuitive.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 7, 2025
1 min read
Google Releases May 2025 Android Security Update With Fix for Actively Exploited FreeType Vulnerability
Google has rolled out the May 2025 Android security updates, addressing 45 vulnerabilities, including a high-severity, actively exploited zero-click flaw in the FreeType font rendering library.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 7, 2025
1 min read
Reddit Cracks Down on AI Bots, Plans Human Verification to Preserve Authenticity
Reddit is moving toward verifying users’ humanity after a controversial AI experiment revealed just how easily artificial intelligence can infiltrate online communities.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 7, 2025
1 min read
NSO Group Ordered to Pay Meta $167M Over WhatsApp Spyware Attack
A U.S. federal jury in California has ordered Israeli spyware firm NSO Group to pay Meta $167.25 million for hacking 1,400 WhatsApp users using its notorious Pegasus software.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 7, 2025
1 min read
How to Tell If an Email Is Fake or a Phishing Scam
Learn how to spot fake emails and phishing scams with 10 simple, easy‑to‑remember tips. Protect your passwords, money, and identity—step by step.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 7, 2025
3 min read



