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.
Threads Lets You Share Posts to Instagram Stories Without Leaving the App
Meta is making it easier for people to share Threads posts directly to their Instagram Stories without switching between apps.
Bijay Pokharel,
February 21, 2026
2 min read
Bill Gates Skips India AI Summit After Epstein Email Controversy
Bill Gates pulled out of India’s AI Impact Summit just hours before he was scheduled to deliver his keynote speech on Thursday, a day before this report on Friday.
Bijay Pokharel,
February 20, 2026
2 min read
Texas Sues TP Link Over Router Security and China Supply Chain Concerns
The state of Texas has filed a lawsuit against networking company TP-Link Systems, accusing it of misleading consumers about the security and origin of its routers.
Bijay Pokharel,
February 20, 2026
2 min read
Google Blocks 1.75 Million Harmful Apps From Play Store in 2025
Fewer malicious apps are making their way onto the Play Store, according to the latest safety report from Google.
Bijay Pokharel,
February 20, 2026
2 min read
FBI Warns of Sharp Rise in ATM Jackpotting Attacks Across the United States
The Federal Bureau of Investigation has issued a new cybersecurity alert warning about a growing number of malware-enabled ATM jackpotting attacks across the United States.
Bijay Pokharel,
February 20, 2026
2 min read
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



