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.
Google Chrome Introduces Split View PDF Editing and Direct Save to Drive
Google is rolling out three new features in Google Chrome that are designed to make everyday browsing more productive and less frustrating.
Bijay Pokharel,
February 20, 2026
2 min read
Los Angeles County Sues Roblox Over Child Safety Concerns
Los Angeles County has filed a lawsuit against Roblox, accusing the popular gaming platform of failing to protect children from exploitation, grooming, and sexually explicit content.
Bijay Pokharel,
February 20, 2026
2 min read
Telegram Denies Encryption Breach Claims After Russian Allegations
Telegram has rejected claims from Russian authorities that foreign intelligence agencies can access messages sent through the platform, saying no evidence of any encryption breach has ever been found.
Bijay Pokharel,
February 19, 2026
1 min read
African Cybercrime Crackdown Leads to 651 Arrests and $4.3 Million Recovery
African law enforcement agencies have arrested 651 suspects and recovered more than $4.3 million during a large international operation targeting investment fraud, mobile money scams, and fake loan application schemes.
Bijay Pokharel,
February 19, 2026
2 min read
New Android Malware Disguised as IPTV App Steals Banking Data and Digital Identity
A newly discovered Android banking malware called Massiv is spreading by pretending to be an IPTV streaming application, allowing attackers to steal digital identities and gain access to victims’ online banking accounts.
Bijay Pokharel,
February 19, 2026
2 min read
Best Platforms for Publishers to Grow in 2026
A detailed comparison of the best platforms for publishers in 2026 based on real creator payout data showing where content creators and website owners can earn the most and grow sustainably online.
Bijay Pokharel,
February 19, 2026
4 min read
Meta to Shut Down Messenger Website and Move Chats Back to Facebook
Meta has announced that it will retire the standalone Messenger website, Messenger.com, in April 2026 as part of changes to how the company manages its messaging platforms.
Bijay Pokharel,
February 19, 2026
2 min read
United Kingdom to Fine Tech Platforms That Fail to Remove Nonconsensual Intimate Images Within 48 Hours
The United Kingdom has announced new measures that will require major technology platforms to remove intimate images shared without consent within 48 hours of being reported.
Bijay Pokharel,
February 19, 2026
1 min read
Figure Technology Solutions Data Breach Exposes Nearly 1 Million Accounts
Hackers have stolen personal and contact information belonging to nearly one million users after breaching the systems of Figure Technology Solutions, a blockchain-focused financial technology company founded in 2018.
Bijay Pokharel,
February 19, 2026
1 min read
Microsoft Confirms Office Bug Exposed Confidential Emails to Microsoft Copilot
Microsoft has confirmed that a bug in its Office software allowed Copilot AI to process and summarize confidential emails without proper permission.
Bijay Pokharel,
February 19, 2026
1 min read
Google Adds AI Music Generation to Google Gemini Using Lyria 3
Google has introduced a new AI-powered music generation feature inside the Gemini app, powered by DeepMind’s Lyria 3 model.
Bijay Pokharel,
February 19, 2026
2 min read
Snapchat Surpasses 25 Million Paid Subscribers
Snapchat has officially crossed 25 million paid subscribers, marking a major milestone for the platform’s subscription strategy.
Bijay Pokharel,
February 19, 2026
1 min read
Mozilla Firefox Ends Support for Windows 7 and 8
Mozilla is officially ending support for Firefox on Windows 7 and Windows 8.
Bijay Pokharel,
February 19, 2026
1 min read
Microsoft Adds Built In Network Speed Test to Windows 11
Microsoft is introducing a built-in network speed test feature to Windows 11, making it easier for users to quickly check their internet connection without visiting third-party websites.
Bijay Pokharel,
February 19, 2026
1 min read
Meta is Reportedly Planning To Launch a Smartwatch This Year
Meta is reportedly preparing to enter the smartwatch market again, nearly four years after it canceled its earlier wearable project.
Bijay Pokharel,
February 19, 2026
1 min read
Polish Police Arrest Suspected Phobos Ransomware Affiliate in Global Crackdown
Polish authorities have arrested a 47-year-old man suspected of links to the notorious Phobos ransomware group during a coordinated international crackdown known as Operation Aether.
Bijay Pokharel,
February 18, 2026
2 min read
Notepad++ Secures Update System After Supply Chain Attack
Notepad++ has introduced a new “double-lock” security design for its update mechanism after a recently disclosed supply-chain attack exposed weaknesses in older versions.
Bijay Pokharel,
February 18, 2026
1 min read
Chinese State Backed Hackers Exploit Critical Dell Zero Day to Target VMware Servers
A suspected Chinese state-backed hacking group has been exploiting a critical zero-day vulnerability in Dell software since mid-2024, according to new research from Mandiant and the Google Threat Intelligence Group.
Bijay Pokharel,
February 18, 2026
2 min read
Spanish Court Orders NordVPN and ProtonVPN to Block Football Piracy Sites
A Spanish court has granted precautionary measures against NordVPN and ProtonVPN, ordering the two VPN providers to block 16 websites accused of facilitating illegal football streaming.
Bijay Pokharel,
February 18, 2026
2 min read
Snapchat Launches Creator Subscriptions to Boost Monetization
Snapchat has announced the launch of Creator Subscriptions in alpha, starting February 23 with a select group of U.S.-based creators.
Bijay Pokharel,
February 18, 2026
1 min read





