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.
Google Gemini Now Remembers User Preferences for Free
Google has started rolling out its "Saved Info" feature to free users of its Gemini AI chatbot, allowing it to remember user preferences and personalize responses.
Bijay Pokharel,
March 1, 2025
1 min read
Microsoft to Shut Down Skype in May 2025, Replacing It with Teams
Microsoft has announced that it will retire Skype on May 5, 2025, and transition users to the free version of Microsoft Teams.
Bijay Pokharel,
March 1, 2025
1 min read
Switching from Windows to macOS: A Beginner’s Guide
In this guide, we will explain the key differences, share essential tips, and help you get comfortable with your new Mac.
Bijay Pokharel,
March 1, 2025
4 min read
Global Crackdown on AI-Generated Child Abuse Material Leads to 25 Arrests
Law enforcement agencies from 19 countries, with support from Europol, have arrested 25 individuals in a major operation targeting AI-generated child sexual abuse material (CSAM). The suspects were involved in a criminal network that distributed entirely AI-created images of minors.
Bijay Pokharel,
February 28, 2025
3 min read
OpenAI Brings Sora to the EU and UK
OpenAI has officially rolled out its powerful video-generation model, Sora, to users in the European Union, the U.K., Switzerland, Norway, Liechtenstein, and Iceland.
Bijay Pokharel,
February 28, 2025
1 min read
Google Requests South Korea to Allow Transfer of High-Precision Map Data Overseas
Google has requested the South Korean government to allow the US tech giant to transfer the country's high-precision map data overseas, following failed attempts earlier on two occasions, officials said on Friday.
Bijay Pokharel,
February 28, 2025
2 min read
Chang’E-6 Study Reveals ‘Magma Ocean’ Entirely Covered Moon during Early Stages
A new study of the lunar samples collected by China's Chang'e-6 mission has verified the hypothesis that the Moon was entirely covered by a molten "magma ocean" in the early stages after its birth, providing critical evidence for understanding the Moon's origin and evolution.
Bijay Pokharel,
February 28, 2025
2 min read
Vo1d Malware Botnet Infects Over 1.5 Million Android TV Devices Worldwide
A new version of the Vo1d malware botnet has infected over 1.59 million Android TV devices in 226 countries, according to cybersecurity researchers at Xlab.
Bijay Pokharel,
February 28, 2025
1 min read
Suspected Cybercriminal Behind ‘DESORDEN Group’ Arrested in Thailand
A cybercriminal accused of stealing and leaking data from over 90 companies worldwide has been arrested in Bangkok, Thailand.
Bijay Pokharel,
February 28, 2025
1 min read
France’s Proposed Laws Threaten Online Privacy and Encryption
Privacy advocates are raising alarms over new laws in France that could weaken encrypted messaging and limit internet access.
Bijay Pokharel,
February 28, 2025
1 min read
DoorDash to Pay $16.8 Million for Withholding Tips from Delivery Workers
DoorDash has agreed to pay $16.8 million to thousands of delivery workers in New York after being accused of misusing customer tips.
Bijay Pokharel,
February 28, 2025
2 min read
Blue Origin Unveils Crew for New Shepard’s Historic 31st Mission
Blue Origin has officially announced the six-person crew set to fly on its NS-31 mission, marking the 11th human flight for the New Shepard program.
Bijay Pokharel,
February 28, 2025
2 min read
Microsoft Launches Native Copilot App for macOS with New Features
Microsoft is officially rolling out a native Copilot app for macOS starting today.
Bijay Pokharel,
February 28, 2025
1 min read
Apple to Introduce New Child Safety Features on iOS
Apple has announced a series of new child safety features set to roll out this year, including improved parental controls, an updated App Store age rating system, and an easier way for parents to set up Child Accounts.
Bijay Pokharel,
February 28, 2025
2 min read
Meta Developing Standalone AI Chatbot App
Meta is reportedly working on a dedicated app for its AI chatbot, according to a report from CNBC.
Bijay Pokharel,
February 28, 2025
1 min read
OpenAI Unveils GPT-4.5, Its Most Advanced AI Yet
OpenAI has officially launched GPT-4.5, its latest and largest AI language model, initially available as a research preview for ChatGPT Pro users.
Bijay Pokharel,
February 28, 2025
2 min read
Meta Fires 20 Employees for Leaking Confidential Information
According to a spokesperson, Meta has reportedly fired around 20 employees for leaking confidential company information.
Bijay Pokharel,
February 28, 2025
1 min read
US Launches Private Lunar Lander to Deliver NASA Science Instruments
American company Intuitive Machines has successfully launched its second lunar mission to deliver science payloads of NASA to the Moon.
Bijay Pokharel,
February 27, 2025
2 min read
Instagram Considers Standalone App for Reels Amid TikTok Uncertainty
Instagram is exploring the launch of a separate app for Reels, its short-form video feature, according to a report by The Information.
Bijay Pokharel,
February 27, 2025
1 min read
Microsoft Removes Popular VSCode Extensions Over Alleged Malicious Code
Microsoft has taken down two widely used VSCode extensions, Material Theme – Free and Material Theme Icons – Free, from the Visual Studio Marketplace after cybersecurity researchers flagged them for containing potentially malicious code.
Bijay Pokharel,
February 27, 2025
2 min read



