Bijay Pokharel
Bijay Pokharel is the Founder and Editor-in-Chief of Abijita.com and a freelance technology writer covering the tech industry since 2017. He specializes in cybersecurity, digital privacy, malware, vulnerabilities, and online safety, with a strong interest in internet protection and women’s online security. A dedicated tech enthusiast and continuous learner, Bijay approaches his professional work with clarity, rational thinking, and a calm, solution-oriented mindset.
Microsoft Tests New Xbox Game Pass Standard Tier with Xbox Insiders
Microsoft has begun testing its new Xbox Game Pass Standard tier with select Xbox Insiders today.
Bijay Pokharel,
August 21, 2024
2 min read
Google’s New Gemini Updates Make Email Drafting a Breeze
Google is enhancing its Gemini tools in Gmail to make refining your emails easier than ever.
Bijay Pokharel,
August 21, 2024
1 min read
Qualcomm Unveils New Snapdragon Chip for Affordable Smartphones
Chip maker Qualcomm on Tuesday introduced the Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 Mobile Platform for more affordable smartphones, making its advanced technologies accessible to all, including generative AI, mobile gaming, camera and video, and more.
Bijay Pokharel,
August 21, 2024
1 min read
Government of Nepal Considers Lifting TikTok Ban Amid Public Demand
The Nepalese government is in talks to potentially lift the ban on the social media platform TikTok, which is currently in effect across the country.
Bijay Pokharel,
August 20, 2024
1 min read
Ransomware Payments Reach $459.8 Million in First Half of 2024, On Track for Record Year
In the first half of 2024, ransomware victims have paid a staggering $459.8 million to cybercriminals, positioning this year to potentially surpass previous records if this trend continues.
Bijay Pokharel,
August 20, 2024
2 min read
Toyota Confirms Data Breach After 240GB of Information Leaked
Toyota has acknowledged that its network was compromised after a threat actor released a 240GB archive of data stolen from the company's systems on a hacking forum.
Bijay Pokharel,
August 20, 2024
2 min read
Apple Launches Web App for Podcasts: Accessible Across Major Browsers
Apple has introduced a new web app for its Podcasts platform, now available at podcasts.apple.com.
Bijay Pokharel,
August 20, 2024
1 min read
Apple Releases iOS 17.6.1 and watchOS 10.6.1 Updates
Apple has just released updates for both iOS and watchOS, addressing key issues that have been affecting users.
Bijay Pokharel,
August 20, 2024
1 min read
150% VPN Spike in Brazil Following X’s Local Headquarters Closure
The vpnMentor Research Team recently observed a significant surge in VPN usage in Brazil, with a 151% increase following the announcement of the closure of X’s (formerly Twitter) local headquarters.
Bijay Pokharel,
August 20, 2024
2 min read
AMD to Acquire Data Centre AI Infra Provider ZT Systems for $4.9 Billion
AMD on Monday said it is acquiring ZT Systems, a provider of AI infrastructure for the hyperscale computing companies, in a cash and stock transaction valued at $4.9 billion
Bijay Pokharel,
August 19, 2024
2 min read
Philippines Detects 1st Mpox Case with No Travel History
Amid the latest global Mpox spread, a 33-year-old man with no travel history has become the first lab-confirmed case of the infectious disease in the Philippines, according to the country’s Health Ministry on Monday.
Bijay Pokharel,
August 19, 2024
2 min read
Boost Page Likes Fast with Meta Business Suite Invites
Quickly turn post interactions into Facebook page likes using Meta Business Suite's invite feature. Boost your page growth with just a few clicks!
Bijay Pokharel,
August 19, 2024
3 min read
Google Chrome to Enhance Privacy by Redacting Sensitive Information During Screen Sharing on Android
Google is working on a new feature for Chrome on Android that will automatically redact sensitive information like credit card details, passwords, and other confidential data when you're recording or sharing your screen.
Bijay Pokharel,
August 19, 2024
1 min read
Nepal Set to Witness a Rare Blue Supermoon on Monday
Stargazers in Nepal are set to witness a celestial treat, as a full, blue supermoon will grace the sky on Monday, according to NASA.
Bijay Pokharel,
August 18, 2024
2 min read
Why Your Website’s DA and DR Are Dropping: Understanding the Metrics and What You Can Do About It
If your DA or DR is dropping, it could be due to lost backlinks, competition, or technical issues. Learn how to recover and boost your site’s performance.
Bijay Pokharel,
August 18, 2024
6 min read
Elon Musk’s X to Shut Operations in Brazil with Immediate Effect
Elon Musk-run X on Saturday announced to close its operation in Brazil, effective immediately, to protect the safety of its staff. However, the X service will remain available in the country.
Bijay Pokharel,
August 18, 2024
2 min read
Major Data Breach at National Public Data Exposes Sensitive Information
National Public Data (NPD), a company known for reselling personal information for background checks, has confirmed a significant data breach that compromised a wide range of personal data, including names, Social Security numbers, and physical addresses.
Bijay Pokharel,
August 17, 2024
1 min read
Epic’s Fortnite Game Back on iPhones in EU, Android Globally
Epic Games on Friday said it has arrived on mobile devices, bringing its popular games like Fortnite, Fall Guys and Rocket League Sideswipe on Android devices worldwide and on iOS in the European Union, thanks to the Digital Markets Act (DMA).
Bijay Pokharel,
August 17, 2024
2 min read
Google Working to Fix Ongoing Search Rankings Glitch
Google on Friday informed about an ongoing problem with Search rankings that is impacting a large number of search results, as the company was working on a fix to resolve the issue.
Bijay Pokharel,
August 16, 2024
2 min read
Google Expands AI Search Summaries to Six New Countries
Google's parent company, Alphabet, announced on Thursday that it is expanding its AI-generated search summaries to six additional countries, just two months after addressing issues from a problematic launch.
Bijay Pokharel,
August 16, 2024
1 min read





