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.
Apple Releases iOS18 for Free Download with Several Striking Features
Apple released the next version of its operating system, iOS 18, which is a free download and offers iPhone users around the world new ways to personalize their devices.
Bijay Pokharel,
September 17, 2024
2 min read
Massive Data Breach at FleetPanda Exposes Sensitive Records of Fuel Industry
Cybersecurity researcher Jeremiah Fowler uncovered a non-password-protected database containing over 780,000 records belonging to FleetPanda, a tech provider specializing in dispatch management and analytics for the fuel industry.
Bijay Pokharel,
September 16, 2024
1 min read
Japan’s Launch of H2A Rocket Postponed Again
The scheduled launch of an H2A rocket carrying an information-gathering satellite from a space center on a southwestern Japan island was postponed on Monday for a second time, the rocket manufacturer said.
Bijay Pokharel,
September 16, 2024
1 min read
Instagram May Soon Allow Sharing Comments to Threads
Instagram could be testing a feature that lets users share comments from Instagram posts directly to Threads, according to Alessandro Paluzzi, a developer known for uncovering new features in Meta’s apps.
Bijay Pokharel,
September 16, 2024
1 min read
How to Transfer Files Between Two PCs on Different Networks: 8 Simple and Effective Ways
In this post, I'll walk you through 8 effective methods for transferring files between two PCs on different networks
Bijay Pokharel,
September 16, 2024
7 min read
FBI and CISA Warn of Disinformation Campaigns Targeting U.S. Elections
According to the alert, malicious actors are spreading false claims that U.S. voter registration databases have been hacked as part of an effort to compromise the election infrastructure.
Bijay Pokharel,
September 15, 2024
1 min read
What Are Router Channels and How to Choose the Best One for Your Wi-Fi
Learn how to choose the best Wi-Fi channel for faster, more reliable internet by minimizing interference from nearby networks and devices.
Bijay Pokharel,
September 15, 2024
3 min read
Apple Moves to Dismiss Lawsuit Against NSO Group Citing Security Risks
Apple has filed to dismiss its lawsuit against Israeli spyware maker NSO Group, citing concerns about potential risks to its internal threat intelligence program.
Bijay Pokharel,
September 14, 2024
1 min read
Brazil Lifts Freeze on X and Starlink Bank Accounts Following $3 Million Payment
Brazil's Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes has unfrozen the bank accounts of X (formerly Twitter) and Starlink after the companies transferred over $3 million to the government to settle fines owed by X.
Bijay Pokharel,
September 14, 2024
1 min read
23andMe Agrees to $30 Million Settlement Following Massive Data Breach Impacting 6.9 Million Customers
Genetic testing company 23andMe has agreed to pay $30 million to settle a class-action lawsuit stemming from a 2023 data breach that exposed sensitive information of over 6.9 million customers.
Bijay Pokharel,
September 14, 2024
2 min read
Global VR Headset Shipments Drop 4 Pc in Q2, Meta Leads
Global virtual reality (VR) headset shipments fell 4 percent in the April-June quarter (Q2), primarily due to a sharp drop in Sony’s PlayStation VR2 shipments, a report said on Frida
Bijay Pokharel,
September 13, 2024
2 min read
This Is How OpenAI’s New ‘Reasoning’ AI Model Will Answer More Complex Questions
As generative AI (GenAI) becomes popular across the spectrum, Sam Altman-run OpenAI has introduced a new ‘reasoning’ model which has been trained to answer more complex questions, faster than a human can.
Bijay Pokharel,
September 13, 2024
2 min read
U.S. Activists Convicted of Acting as Agents for Russian Government in Foreign Influence Conspiracy
A jury has convicted Omali Yeshitela, Penny Hess, Jesse Nevel, and Augustus C. Romain Jr. of conspiracy to act as agents of a foreign government, following an investigation into their collaboration with Russian operatives.
Bijay Pokharel,
September 13, 2024
1 min read
Google Rolls Out Free Gemini Live Voice Chat to All Android Users
Google has officially released its Gemini Live voice chat feature for all Android users, making the conversational AI tool accessible without a subscription.
Bijay Pokharel,
September 13, 2024
1 min read
Microsoft Plans Major Windows Security Changes After CrowdStrike Incident
Microsoft has announced plans to overhaul Windows security, allowing vendors like CrowdStrike to operate outside the core Windows kernel.
Bijay Pokharel,
September 13, 2024
1 min read
Meta, Snap, and TikTok Launch New Program to Combat Harmful Self-Harm and Suicide Content
Meta, Snap, and TikTok have teamed up to launch a new initiative called "Thrive," aimed at reducing the spread of graphic content related to self-harm and suicide on their platforms.
Bijay Pokharel,
September 13, 2024
1 min read
FBI Reports Record $5.6 Billion in Cryptocurrency Fraud Losses in 2023
According to the FBI, 2023 marked a record year for cryptocurrency fraud, with losses surpassing $5.6 billion.
Bijay Pokharel,
September 13, 2024
1 min read
Fortinet Confirms Massive Data Breach, 440GB of Customer Files Stolen
Fortinet, one of the world’s leading cybersecurity companies, has confirmed a significant data breach after a cybercriminal claimed to have stolen 440GB of sensitive files from the company’s Microsoft SharePoint server.
Bijay Pokharel,
September 13, 2024
1 min read
SpaceX’s Polaris Dawn Astronauts Conduct Historic ‘All-Civilian’ Spacewalk
SpaceX’s Polaris Dawn astronauts on Thursday created history by successfully conducting the first-ever 'all-civilian' spacewalk.
Bijay Pokharel,
September 12, 2024
2 min read
Too Much Screen Time Can Affect Kids’ Language Skills
Children whose families use screens a lot tend to have weaker vocabulary skills, and video games have the biggest negative effect on kids’ brain development, according to a study on Thursday.
Bijay Pokharel,
September 12, 2024
2 min read





