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.
OpenAI Continues to Be Overseen and Controlled by Nonprofit: Sam Altman
The Sam Altman-run OpenAI will continue to be overseen and controlled by the nonprofit, and its' for-profit LLC’ will transition to a public benefit corporation (PBC), the company has announced. This will give the nonprofit better resources to support several benefits.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 6, 2025
2 min read
Microsoft Fixes Bug That Broke Start Menu Jump Lists in Windows 10
Microsoft has quietly resolved a bug that disrupted the Start Menu jump list feature in Windows 10 version 22H2, impacting users' ability to access recently opened files through app right-click menus.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 6, 2025
1 min read
Darcula Phishing Platform Stole 884,000 Credit Cards via Text Scams
Darcula, a phishing-as-a-service (PhaaS) platform, has stolen over 884,000 credit cards through 13 million malicious link clicks over seven months between 2023 and 2024.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 6, 2025
1 min read
Pinterest Launches AI-Powered Visual Search to Help You Discover Fashion Styles
Pinterest is rolling out a new AI-powered visual search feature designed to help users find fashion accessories and outfit styles — even if they can’t describe what they’re looking for.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 6, 2025
1 min read
YouTube Tests New Two-Person Premium Plan in Select Countries
YouTube is testing a new two-person YouTube Premium subscription plan, aiming to offer more flexibility and value for smaller households.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 6, 2025
1 min read
Google Accidentally Leaks Major Android Redesign: Material 3 Expressive
Google has accidentally revealed its next big Android UI overhaul — Material 3 Expressive.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 6, 2025
1 min read
Microsoft Officially Retires Skype, Urges Users to Shift to Teams
Microsoft has officially announced the end of Skype, with the popular messaging and video calling service set to shut down on Monday, May 5, 2025.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 6, 2025
1 min read
Hacker Breaks Into TeleMessage, Leaks Data from U.S. Government and Major Companies
A hacker has exploited a vulnerability in TeleMessage, a service that provides modified versions of secure messaging apps like Signal, Telegram, and WhatsApp.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 5, 2025
1 min read
Starlink Now Available in Congo After Government Lifts Ban
SpaceX CEO Elon Musk announced on Sunday that Starlink, the company’s satellite internet service, is now available in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).
Bijay Pokharel,
May 5, 2025
1 min read
OpenAI Explains ChatGPT Models to Reduce Confusion
OpenAI has finally cleared up confusion around its different ChatGPT models by posting a new article titled "ChatGPT Enterprise - Models & Limits" on May 3.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 5, 2025
1 min read
Trump Says He May Delay TikTok Ban Again
Former U.S. President Donald Trump said he is open to delaying the TikTok ban again if a deal to sell the app’s U.S. operations isn’t made by the June 19 deadline.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 5, 2025
1 min read
Nearly 20 Million SKT Users Register for USIM Protection After Major Data Breach
SK Telecom said on Sunday that nearly 20 million subscribers have signed up for its USIM Protection Service following a large-scale data breach.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 5, 2025
2 min read
US Scientists to Explore Potential of Antibody Against Long Covid
US scientists are undertaking a clinical trial to decode the efficacy of a long-acting antibody against Long Covid -- a condition that affects at least 65 million people worldwide.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 4, 2025
2 min read
Microsoft Will Remove Password Autofill from Authenticator App by August 2025
Microsoft has announced that it will stop offering its Authenticator app's password storage and autofill feature
Bijay Pokharel,
May 4, 2025
2 min read
Raw Dating App Exposes Users’ Personal Info and Precise Location Data
A critical security lapse in the popular dating app Raw exposed sensitive user data, including names, birthdates, sexual preferences, and precise location information.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 3, 2025
1 min read
Google to Let Kids Under 13 Use Gemini AI Chatbot with Parental Controls
According to The New York Times, Google will allow children under 13 to access its Gemini AI chatbot starting next week.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 3, 2025
1 min read
Soviet Spacecraft Fragment Set to Crash to Earth After 53 Years in Orbit
A part of a failed Soviet Venus mission is expected to crash to Earth around May 10th after spending over five decades in orbit.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 3, 2025
1 min read
How to Spot Fake AI-Generated Content Instantly (With Real Examples)
Learn how to detect AI-generated content instantly using simple tips, real examples, and free tools. Avoid fake news, reviews, and scams in 2025.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 3, 2025
5 min read
Microsoft Fixes Exchange Online Bug That Marked Gmail Emails as Spam
Microsoft has resolved a problem in Exchange Online that wrongly flagged Gmail emails as spam, affecting users since April 25.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 2, 2025
1 min read
Apple Updates App Store Rules to Allow External Payment Links in the U.S.
Apple has officially changed its App Store Guidelines to allow developers in the United States to include external links for purchases, following a court order in the Epic v. Apple case.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 2, 2025
1 min read



