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.
Microsoft Entra Account Lockouts Caused by Internal Token Logging Error
Over the weekend, numerous organizations faced sudden Microsoft Entra account lockouts due to what the company has now confirmed was a mistake involving user refresh tokens.
Bijay Pokharel,
April 22, 2025
1 min read
Scallywag Ad Fraud Operation Exploited WordPress Plugins to Generate Billions of Fake Ad Requests Daily
A massive ad fraud scheme named "Scallywag" has been exposed, leveraging WordPress plugins to exploit pirating and URL shortening sites for fraudulent ad revenue.
Bijay Pokharel,
April 22, 2025
1 min read
Google Phishing Scam Exploits Sites Tool to Bypass Email Security Protections
A new phishing campaign is tricking users into believing they’ve received a subpoena from law enforcement, using emails that appear to come from “[email protected].”
Bijay Pokharel,
April 22, 2025
1 min read
DHL Suspends High-Value Shipments to U.S. Amid Tariff Changes and Customs Surge
International shipping giant DHL has announced a temporary suspension of package deliveries to U.S. consumers for shipments valued over $800, citing a dramatic rise in formal customs clearance requirements.
Bijay Pokharel,
April 22, 2025
1 min read
How to Turn Handwritten Notes into Digital Text (No Typing Needed!)
Learn how to convert your handwritten notes into digital text without typing easily. Use free tools like Google Lens, OneNote, and online OCR sites. Quick, simple, and beginner-friendly guide!
Bijay Pokharel,
April 22, 2025
3 min read
State-Backed Hackers Ramp Up ‘ClickFix’ Attacks in Global Espionage Campaigns
According to fresh intelligence from Proofpoint and Microsoft, a new wave of sophisticated cyber-espionage campaigns is leveraging a deceptive social engineering tactic known as ClickFix.
Bijay Pokharel,
April 21, 2025
1 min read
Kids Exposed to Paternal Depression Likely to Have Behavioural Issues Later: Study
A team of researchers at Rutgers University in the US has found that five-year-olds exposed to paternal depression are more likely to have behavioural issues in grade school.
Bijay Pokharel,
April 20, 2025
2 min read
Google Gemini to Introduce “Scheduled Actions” for Automating Tasks
Google is reportedly testing a new feature called "Scheduled Actions" in its Gemini AI platform, aiming to offer users automated, time-based task execution, much like OpenAI’s ChatGPT scheduling tools.
Bijay Pokharel,
April 20, 2025
1 min read
Paediatric Thyroid Cancer Risk Rises with Early Exposure to Air, Light Pollution
A new study led by researchers at Yale University in the US suggests that early-life exposure to small particle air pollution and outdoor artificial light at night could increase the risk of paediatric thyroid cancer.
Bijay Pokharel,
April 19, 2025
2 min read
FBI Warns of New Scam Targeting Fraud Victims with Fake IC3 Agents
The FBI has issued a new warning about scammers impersonating employees of its Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) to defraud individuals who have already fallen victim to previous scams.
Bijay Pokharel,
April 19, 2025
1 min read
OpenAI Launches Three New Reasoning Models With Usage Limits for ChatGPT Users
OpenAI has introduced three new reasoning models—o3, o4-mini, and o4-mini-high—for ChatGPT Plus and Pro subscribers.
Bijay Pokharel,
April 19, 2025
1 min read
Bluesky to Introduce New Blue Check Verification System
Bluesky is reportedly preparing to launch a new blue checkmark verification system that differs significantly from the one popularized by Twitter (now X).
Bijay Pokharel,
April 19, 2025
1 min read
Is TeraBox Safe? Your Guide to Its Security and Privacy
Is TeraBox safe for your files? Learn about its security, privacy features, and whether its 1TB free cloud storage is right for you. Compare TeraBox with safer alternatives.
Bijay Pokharel,
April 19, 2025
6 min read
Apple’s China Smartphone Shipments Fall 9 Percent in Q1 Amid Rising Trade Tensions
Apple’s smartphone shipments in China dropped by 9 percent in the first quarter of 2025 to 9.8 million iPhones, down from over 10.7 million a year earlier, according to the latest data from global market research firm IDC.
Bijay Pokharel,
April 18, 2025
1 min read
Nvidia Hit With $5.5 Billion Charge After U.S. Blocks AI Chip Exports to China
Nvidia announced Tuesday it will take a $5.5 billion charge after the U.S. government restricted exports of its H20 AI chip to China — a major blow to the chipmaker’s operations in one of its largest markets.
Bijay Pokharel,
April 18, 2025
2 min read
Google Faces Criticism Over Sparse Safety Report for Gemini 2.5 Pro AI Model
Weeks after unveiling its powerful new AI model, Gemini 2.5 Pro, Google has released a technical safety report — but experts say the document lacks key details, raising concerns about transparency and risk assessment.
Bijay Pokharel,
April 18, 2025
1 min read
Netflix Revenue Hits $10.5 Billion After Price Hike, Expects More Growth Ahead
Netflix reported a strong start to 2025, generating $10.5 billion in revenue for the first quarter — a 13% increase compared to the same period last year.
Bijay Pokharel,
April 18, 2025
1 min read
HP Agrees to Pay $4 Million to Settle False Advertising Lawsuit
HP has agreed to pay $4 million to resolve a class-action lawsuit that accused the company of misleading customers with false advertising, according to Ars Technica.
Bijay Pokharel,
April 18, 2025
1 min read
DNA Sequencing May Become Prime Target for Hackers, Warns Study
Hackers could exploit genomic data vulnerabilities using next-generation DNA sequencing (NGS) technology, warns a study on Thursday, urging the need to secure it.
Bijay Pokharel,
April 18, 2025
2 min read
How to Check if Your Email or Phone Number Has Been Leaked in a Data Breach
Worried your email or phone number was exposed in a data breach? Learn how to check for leaks using free online tools and find out what steps to take to secure your information.
Bijay Pokharel,
April 18, 2025
5 min read



