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.
Fake Traffic Violation Text Scam Spreads Across US Using QR Codes to Steal Data
A new wave of phishing scams is spreading across the United States, with fraudsters sending fake “Notice of Default” traffic violation messages that impersonate state courts and government agencies.
Bijay Pokharel,
April 6, 2026
2 min read
Anthropic Limits Claude Code Usage With Third Party Tools, Shifts to Pay As You Go Model
Anthropic is changing how its Claude Code subscriptions work, making it more expensive for users who rely on third-party tools like OpenClaw.
Bijay Pokharel,
April 6, 2026
2 min read
Iran Faces Record Breaking Internet Blackout
Iran’s nationwide internet blackout has stretched into its fifth week, becoming the longest shutdown of its kind ever recorded, according to digital monitoring group NetBlocks.
Bijay Pokharel,
April 6, 2026
2 min read
How to Detect Malware in WordPress Manually Simple Step by Step Guide
Learn how to detect malware in WordPress manually with simple steps. Check files, database, users, and protect your site from hidden threats easily.
Bijay Pokharel,
April 6, 2026
4 min read
Samsung Messages App Set to Shut Down in the US by July 2026
Samsung has announced that it will officially end support for its Messages app in the United States starting in July 2026, signaling a full shift toward Google Messages as the default texting platform.
Bijay Pokharel,
April 5, 2026
2 min read
Artemis II Reaches Two Thirds of Its Journey as Crew Prepares for Lunar Flyby
Artemis II has now crossed an important milestone, completing roughly two-thirds of its journey to the Moon as the mission continues to progress smoothly.
Bijay Pokharel,
April 5, 2026
1 min read
NASA Quietly Fixes Outlook Issue During Artemis II Moon Mission
During NASA’s Artemis II flight, commander Reid Wiseman ran into a familiar issue when Microsoft Outlook stopped working on his device. In a moment captured during NASA’s livestream, Wiseman told Mission Control that he could see two versions of Outlook, but neither of them was...
Bijay Pokharel,
April 4, 2026
1 min read
NASA Artemis II Crew Shares Stunning Earth Photos on Journey to the Moon
NASA’s Artemis II astronauts have captured breathtaking images of Earth as they travel deeper into space on their way toward the Moon.
Bijay Pokharel,
April 4, 2026
2 min read
Russia VPN Block Triggers Payment Outage as Millions Push Back, Says Telegram CEO
Russia’s attempt to block Virtual Private Networks has reportedly caused major disruptions to its domestic payment systems, according to Telegram founder Pavel Durov.
Bijay Pokharel,
April 4, 2026
1 min read
Windows 11 Tests Haptic Feedback for Everyday Actions
Microsoft is testing a new Windows 11 feature that could make everyday interactions feel more physical.
Bijay Pokharel,
April 4, 2026
1 min read
AI Startup Sues Apple Over App Store Removals
According to reports, the case centers around Apple’s removal of both apps and an alleged withholding of around five hundred thousand dollars in revenue generated through them. The startup argues that it has not been given clear reasons for the takedown, despite repeated attempts to...
Bijay Pokharel,
April 4, 2026
2 min read
DeepSeek V4 Set to Launch Soon with Huawei Chips
China’s AI startup DeepSeek is preparing to roll out its next major model, DeepSeek V4, and early reports suggest it will rely on chips built by Huawei Technologies.
Bijay Pokharel,
April 4, 2026
1 min read
LinkedIn Faces Scrutiny Over Alleged Browser Extension Scanning in BrowserGate Report
LinkedIn is under renewed scrutiny after a report accused the company of scanning users’ browsers for installed extensions and collecting detailed device data.
Bijay Pokharel,
April 4, 2026
3 min read
European Commission Cloud Hack Exposes Data of Multiple EU Entities
A recent cyberattack on the European Commission has exposed sensitive data linked to dozens of European Union organizations.
Bijay Pokharel,
April 3, 2026
2 min read
Amazon Introduces Fuel Surcharge as Oil Prices Rise During Iran Conflict
The ongoing conflict in Iran is starting to impact global markets, especially oil prices. As fuel costs continue to rise, companies around the world are feeling the pressure. Amazon has now taken a step that could affect many online sellers.
Bijay Pokharel,
April 3, 2026
2 min read
What Happens to Your Data After You Click “Accept All Cookies”
Clicking “Accept All Cookies” allows websites to track your behavior, collect data, and share it with advertisers—often without you realizing it.
Bijay Pokharel,
April 3, 2026
3 min read
Reddit Removes r/all Feed and Shifts Focus to Personalized Home Experience
Reddit is officially removing r/all, a long-standing feed that showed popular posts from across the platform.
Bijay Pokharel,
April 3, 2026
2 min read
NoVoice Android Malware Found in 50+ Apps With Millions of Downloads
A newly discovered Android malware named NoVoice has been found hiding in more than 50 apps on Google Play, which were downloaded over 2.3 million times before being removed.
Bijay Pokharel,
April 2, 2026
2 min read
WhatsApp Warns 200 Users After Spyware Found in Fake iPhone App
WhatsApp has alerted around 200 users after discovering they were tricked into downloading a fake version of the app that contained spyware, raising fresh concerns about digital surveillance and mobile security.
Bijay Pokharel,
April 2, 2026
2 min read
DeFi Platform Drift Halts Transactions After Massive Crypto Hack
Decentralized finance platform Drift has suspended deposits and withdrawals after confirming a major security breach that may have led to the loss of hundreds of millions of dollars in cryptocurrency.
Bijay Pokharel,
April 2, 2026
1 min read



