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.
Apple Launches Google Chrome Extension For iCloud Passwords
Apple has launched an official Google Chrome extension for the Windows and Mac versions of the web browser to help users use the passwords stored in their iCloud Keychain.
Bijay Pokharel,
February 1, 2021
1 min read
Smartphone Maker Xiaomi Sues US In Bit To Remove Itself From ‘Communist Chinese Military Company ‘
Chinese smartphone maker Xiaomi has filed a legal action against the US Defense and Treasury departments that seeks to remove itself from the country's official list of Communist Chinese military companies (CCMC).
Bijay Pokharel,
February 1, 2021
1 min read
Top 5 Ways To Protect Yourself Against Mobile Malware
Did you know that every year, the number of threats your phone encounters keeps increasing? As of March 2020, the total number of new Android malware samples amounted to 482,579 per month. According to AV-Test, trojans were the most common type of malware affecting Android...
Bijay Pokharel,
January 31, 2021
2 min read
India Plans To Introduce Legislation To Ban Cryptocurrencies
India plans to introduce a law to ban private cryptocurrencies such as bitcoin in the country during the budget session of parliament that began Friday.
Bijay Pokharel,
January 30, 2021
1 min read
Netflix Is Rolling Timer Feature On Android Devices
Streaming giant Netflix is launching a global test today on Android devices that will allow subscribers to set a timer for their viewing period.
Bijay Pokharel,
January 30, 2021
1 min read
FonixCrypter Ransomware Gang Releases Master Decryption Key
FonixCrypter gang has also released a package containing a decryption tool, how-to instructions, and the ransomware's master decryption key.
Bijay Pokharel,
January 30, 2021
1 min read
Signal Adds Custom Wallpapers, Animated Stickers And About Section
Privacy-focused messaging app Signal added a number of new features in both iOS and Android device.
Bijay Pokharel,
January 29, 2021
1 min read
Here’s Everything You Need To Know About Channel Permission In YouTube Studio
You can have multiple people manage your channel If you have a Brand Account, you can use channel permissions to add or remove access to your YouTube channel.
Bijay Pokharel,
January 29, 2021
2 min read
Xiaomi Introduced ‘Air Charge Technology’
Mi Air Charge Technology enables users to remotely charge electronic devices without any cables or wireless charging stands. Today, we enter a true wireless charging era.
Bijay Pokharel,
January 29, 2021
1 min read
Google To Allow Gambling App In The US And More Countries
Applications are to be rated “Adult Only” and “prevent under-age users from using.” Additionally, users not in an approved state/territory must be prevented from accessing. The app has to be free to download and not use the Google Play In-app Billing system.
Bijay Pokharel,
January 29, 2021
1 min read
WhatsApp Adds Biometric Authentication for Logging in on Desktop
WhatsApp, the Facebook-owned popular messaging app is adding a new biometric feature to the service to bring in a new authentication layer for those using its web and desktop versions. If you’ve got biometric authentication enabled on your phone, you’ll have to unlock the app...
Bijay Pokharel,
January 28, 2021
1 min read
How To Prevent Your Phone From Being Hacked?
The threat of having your phone hacked has become a common and rational fear. The cold hard truth is that it is now possible to hack any phone. There are many different ways a hacker can get into your phone and steal personal and critical...
Bijay Pokharel,
January 28, 2021
3 min read
Apple Says There Are Now Over 1 Billion Active iPhones
The tech giant Apple says there are now more than 1 billion active iPhones, an enormous milestone for the company that speaks to the phones’ continued success and longevity. There are now 1.65 billion Apple devices in active use overall, Tim Cook said during Apple’s earnings
Bijay Pokharel,
January 28, 2021
1 min read
How To Fix ‘Windows Cannot Be Installed To This Disk’
When it comes to installing the latest Windows operating system, some Windows users may find themselves with the error message i.e. “Windows cannot be installed to this disk. The selected disk is of the GPT partition style”.'
Bijay Pokharel,
January 28, 2021
3 min read
Samsung Expands Vital Blood Pressure And Electrocardiogram Tracking To Galaxy Watch3 And Galaxy Watch Active2 In 31 More Countries
Galaxy Watch3 and Galaxy Watch Active2 users can utilize blood pressure and electrocardiogram tracking benefits via the Samsung Health Monitor app, meaning they can stay informed about their health wherever they go, and whenever they wish.
Bijay Pokharel,
January 27, 2021
1 min read
ByteDance Cuts India Workforce After Prolonged TikTok Ban
The ban dates from last year when political tension between the neighbours rose over their disputed border.
Bijay Pokharel,
January 27, 2021
1 min read
Intel Invests $475M In Vietnam Facility To Enhance Intel’s 5G Products
The fund injection went towards "enhancing" production of Intel's 5G product line, Core processors integrated with its hybrid technology, and 10th Gen Core chips.
Bijay Pokharel,
January 27, 2021
1 min read
Global COVID-19 Cases Surpass 100 Million
Almost 1.3% of the world’s population has now been infected with COVID-19, the disease caused by the novel coronavirus, and more than 2.1 million people have died.
Bijay Pokharel,
January 27, 2021
1 min read
Microsoft’s Q2 Earnings Rise As Pandemic Boosts Cloud, Surface And Xbox
Microsoft Corp on Tuesday posted the second quarter of its 2021 financial results, reporting revenue of $43.1 billion and a net income of $15.5 billion.
Bijay Pokharel,
January 27, 2021
1 min read
Twitter Permanently Suspends My Pillow CEO For Election Misinformation
The microblogging site Twitter has permanently suspended the account of My Pillow chief Mike Lindell for repeated violations of the company’s policy on election misinformation. Lindell used his personal Twitter account, which had nearly half a million followers before being suspended, and the company’s account...
Bijay Pokharel,
January 26, 2021
1 min read



