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.
Nvidia Acquires GPU Software Provider Run:ai Likely for $700 Million
Graphics chip giant Nvidia acquired Run:ai, a Tel Aviv-based workload management and orchestration software provider.
Bijay Pokharel,
April 25, 2024
1 min read
X Takes on YouTube, to Launch Dedicated TV App for Videos Soon
Taking on Google-owned YouTube, X social media platform will soon launch a dedicated TV app for users to upload high-quality videos, its CEO Linda Yaccarino has announced.
Bijay Pokharel,
April 24, 2024
1 min read
TikTok Faces Nationwide Ban in US as Biden Prepares to Sign ‘Historic’ Bill
US President Joe Biden is set to sign a historic bill regarding a huge foreign aid package on Wednesday, that will also ban TikTok in the country if its China-based owner ByteDance doesn’t sell its stake within a year.
Bijay Pokharel,
April 24, 2024
1 min read
UnitedHealth Confirms Ransom Payment To Avoid Data Leak
The UnitedHealth group has paid a ransom to cybercriminals to protect sensitive data stolen during the Optum ransomware attack in late February.
Bijay Pokharel,
April 24, 2024
1 min read
US Imposes Visa Bans on 13 Spyware Makers and Their Family
The Department of State has imposed visa restrictions on 13 individuals who have been involved in the development and sale of commercial spyware or who are immediate family members of those involved.
Bijay Pokharel,
April 24, 2024
1 min read
North Korean Hackers Target South Korean Defense Industry
Law enforcement officials in South Korea have disclosed that hacker organizations funded by North Korea's state have been persistently carrying out cyber espionage operations against the nation's defense firms.
Bijay Pokharel,
April 24, 2024
1 min read
Apple Announces May 7th Event for New iPads
Tech giant Apple has started inviting members of the media to a “special Apple Event” on May 7th at 7 AM PT / 10 AM ET.
Bijay Pokharel,
April 24, 2024
1 min read
Apple’s Phone Sales in China Fell By Over 19 Percent in Q1: Report
Apple smartphone sales have dropped by 19.9 percent in the first quarter (Q1) of 2024 in China, a new report showed on Tuesday.
Bijay Pokharel,
April 23, 2024
1 min read
Most Dating Apps May Share or Sell Your Data for Advertising: Report
Most dating apps might share or sell your data for advertising, a new report revealed on Tuesday.
Bijay Pokharel,
April 23, 2024
1 min read
Elon Musk Hits Out at Australia Over Ruling to Hide Stabbing Videos
Elon Musk has hit out at Australia over the country's attempts to ban footage of a Sydney church stabbing on his social media platform X.
Bijay Pokharel,
April 23, 2024
2 min read
Ten Charged and One Arrested in Connection with Sanctions Evasion Scheme
10 charged for evading Venezuela sanctions. Scheme used bogus companies to buy US aircraft parts for state-owned oil firm.
Bijay Pokharel,
April 23, 2024
2 min read
How to Spot and Avoid Online Scams That Target Tech Users
Online scams targeting tech users are becoming increasingly sophisticated, making it crucial to stay vigilant and informed to protect yourself.
Bijay Pokharel,
April 23, 2024
5 min read
Microsoft Hires Former Meta Exec for Supercomputing Push
Microsoft has brought on board former Meta executive Jason Taylor as corporate vice president and deputy CTO.
Bijay Pokharel,
April 23, 2024
1 min read
NASA Re-Establishes Communication with Interstellar Spacecraft Voyager 1
NASA has successfully restored reliable communication with its interstellar voyager, Voyager 1.
Bijay Pokharel,
April 23, 2024
1 min read
Cognizant, Microsoft Join Hands to Expand Adoption of GenAI in Enterprise
Cognizant and Microsoft announced an expanded partnership to make the tech giant's generative AI (GenAI) and Copilots available to millions of users to transform enterprise business operations, enhance employee experiences, and accelerate cross-industry innovation.
Bijay Pokharel,
April 23, 2024
1 min read
Russian Sandworm Group Targeted Nearly 20 Ukrainian Critical Infrastructure Sites for Cyberattacks
Ukrainian cybersecurity authorities have uncovered a plot by the notorious Sandworm hacking group to launch cyberattacks against nearly 20 critical infrastructure facilities nationwide.
Bijay Pokharel,
April 22, 2024
1 min read
AI Models by Google, Nvidia Can Predict Path, Intensity of Major Storms: Study
Artificial intelligence (AI) models developed by tech giants like Google, Nvidia, and Huawei, can quickly and accurately predict the path and intensity of major storms, a new study said on Monday.
Bijay Pokharel,
April 22, 2024
1 min read
Hyundai Motor Signs 174-MW Renewable Energy Deal for EV Plant in US
Hyundai Motor Group said on Monday it has signed a 174-megawatt power purchase agreement (PPA) with a solar energy project led by Spain's Matrix Renewables to power its envisioned electric vehicle (EV) plant in the United States with renewable energy.
Bijay Pokharel,
April 22, 2024
1 min read
Ransomware Payment Trends Shift Dramatically in Q1 2024
The average ransom payment has decreased by 32% to $381,980. However, the median payment has increased by 25% to $250,000.
Bijay Pokharel,
April 22, 2024
1 min read
Gambling Ads Surge on Social Media, Turning Feeds into Casinos
The ads raise serious concerns about the potential for addiction, financial harm, and the targeting of vulnerable demographics, especially younger users.
Bijay Pokharel,
April 21, 2024
1 min read





