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.
Six Austrians Busted in Major Crypto Scam
Law enforcement agencies from Austria, Cyprus, and Czechia have arrested six Austrians responsible for an online cryptocurrency scam.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 8, 2024
1 min read
U.S. Charges Russian National with Developing and Operating LockBit Ransomware
The U.S. Justice Department unsealed charges today against a Russian national for his alleged role as the creator, developer, and administrator of the LockBit ransomware group from its inception in September 2019 through the present. At times, LockBit was the most prolific ransomware group in...
Bijay Pokharel,
May 8, 2024
7 min read
Four Automakers to Recall over 7,783 Vehicles for Faulty Parts
Hyundai Motor, Kia, and two other carmakers will recall over 7,700 vehicles due to faulty components, the transport ministry here said on Wednesday.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 8, 2024
1 min read
Apple Launches iPad Pro with M4 Chip and AI Capabilities
Apple on Tuesday refreshed its tablet line-up, with iPad Pro models housing new M4 chip and artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 8, 2024
1 min read
TikTok Sues US Govt to Block Potential Ban
TikTok has filed a legal challenge against the US government over a law forcing ByteDance to sell off the ultra-popular app or face a nationwide ban in the country.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 8, 2024
2 min read
Starliner Will Fly NASA Astronauts to Space on May 10: Boeing
After being scrubbed two hours before launch, Boeing now aims to launch the Starliner’s first crewed mission on May 10, it said on Tuesday.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 7, 2024
1 min read
AWS to Invest Additional $9 Billion in Singapore to Grow Its Cloud Infrastructure
Amazon Web Services (AWS) on Tuesday said it will invest an additional $9 billion in Singapore over the next five years to grow its cloud infrastructure and services in the country.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 7, 2024
1 min read
MediaTek Unveils New Flagship Mobile Chip in Its Dimensity Portfolio
MediaTek on Tuesday unveiled a new flagship mobile chip in its Dimensity portfolio called the 'Dimensity 9300+'.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 7, 2024
1 min read
Apple Working on Own AI Chips for Data Centers: Report
Apple has joined the bandwagon and is now reportedly working on its chips for data centres.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 7, 2024
1 min read
South Korea Raises Concerns Over US Inquiry on Connected Vehicle Supply Chains
South Korea has raised its automotive industry's concerns with the US over Washington's inquiry and envisioned rules to address potential security risks from "connected vehicles" that use technology from China and other countries of concern.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 7, 2024
2 min read
Google to Use Gemini AI to Tackle Advanced Cyber Threats
Google on Tuesday launched a new threat intelligence solution that is powered by its Gemini AI.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 7, 2024
1 min read
Musk Calls for Fully Reusable Rockets & Spacecraft, as Boeing Scrubs Starliner
Elon Musk on Tuesday called the need for fully reusable rockets & spacecraft, and not another capsule, even as rival Boeing's much-awaited Starliner yet again scrubbed its crewed mission.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 7, 2024
2 min read
Boeing Again Scrubs Crewed Launch of Starliner
Boeing has yet again scrubbed the Starliner manned mission over an oxygen relief valve, two hours before launch, NASA announced.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 7, 2024
2 min read
Apple Event Happening Today: Get Ready for Tech Reveals
Apple is holding its latest 'Apple Event' today, where the tech giant will showcase all the updates to its hardware, generating great anticipation among lovers of high-tech gadgets.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 7, 2024
1 min read
Google Streamlines Two-Factor Authentication Setup – No More Phone Numbers Required
Google is making it easier and safer to protect your account with an extra layer of security.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 7, 2024
1 min read
Personalized Pregnancy Screening Key to Help Detect Preeclampsia Early
New research on Monday called for a personalized screening algorithm in the first trimester of pregnancy to aid the early detection of preeclampsia -- a life-threatening form of high blood pressure during pregnancy.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 7, 2024
2 min read
Apple’s iPhone 15 Pro Max Best-Selling Smartphone in Q1 This Year: Report
Apple’s iPhone 15 Pro Max was the best-selling smartphone of the first quarter (Q1) of 2024, a new report showed on Monday.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 7, 2024
1 min read
Apple To Introduce iPad Pro Models with OLED Displays for 1st Time
Apple is expected to introduce iPad Pro models in 11.1-inch and 12.9-inch sizes with OLED displays for the first time, a report showed on Monday.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 7, 2024
1 min read
Musk Invites Billionaire Investor Warren Buffett to Invest in Tesla
Elon Musk invited billionaire investor Warren Buffett to come and invest in Tesla, which is facing tough times amid a global slowdown in EV sales.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 6, 2024
1 min read
Twitter Founder Jack Dorsey Quits Bluesky Board, Confirms Company
Jack Dorsey, who founded Twitter (now called X), has quit the board of Bluesky, a decentralized social media platform he also helped co-found.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 6, 2024
1 min read



