Bijay Pokharel
Bijay Pokharel is the creator and owner of Abijita.com. He is a freelance technology writer focusing on all things pertaining to Cyber Security. The topics he writes about include malware, vulnerabilities, exploits, internet defense, women's safety and privacy, as well as research and innovation in information security. He is a tech enthusiast, keen learner, rational and cool person in his professional activities and challenges.
What is Windows Terminal and How to Use It: A Complete Guide for Beginners
We’ll walk through what Windows Terminal is, how to use it, and some key commands that can make your life easier.
Bijay Pokharel,
September 23, 2024
7 min read
Sundar Pichai Announces $120 Million ‘Global AI Opportunity Fund’
Alphabet and Google CEO Sundar Pichai has announced a $120 million ‘Global AI Opportunity Fund’ at the UN Summit of the Future in the US.
Bijay Pokharel,
September 22, 2024
2 min read
X Set to Return to Brazil After Legal Battle
According to the New York Times, in a Friday night court filing, the company agreed to comply with the Brazilian Supreme Court’s demands to lift the nationwide ban.
Bijay Pokharel,
September 22, 2024
1 min read
Ukraine Restricts Telegram Use in Government Citing National Security Threats
Ukraine’s National Coordination Centre for Cybersecurity (NCCC) has imposed strict limitations on the use of the Telegram messaging app within government agencies, military units, and critical infrastructure sectors, citing serious national security risks.
Bijay Pokharel,
September 21, 2024
2 min read
Microsoft to Reopen Meltdown Nuclear Plant for AI Energy Needs
Microsoft and Constellation Energy announced a groundbreaking deal to reopen the partially melted-down Three Mile Island nuclear plant, with the tech giant purchasing all the power for 20 years after the restart.
Bijay Pokharel,
September 21, 2024
3 min read
Microsoft Tests Customizable Copilot Key in Windows 11
Microsoft is giving Windows 11 users the ability to customize the new Copilot key, which has started appearing on laptops and keyboards.
Bijay Pokharel,
September 21, 2024
1 min read
Twitch Revamps Community Guidelines with Expiring Strikes and Educational Programs
Twitch is making significant updates to how it enforces its community guidelines.
Bijay Pokharel,
September 21, 2024
2 min read
Russian Cosmonauts Break Record for Longest Stay on ISS
Russian cosmonauts Oleg Kononenko and Nikolai Chub have set a new record for the longest single mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS), Russia's state space corporation Roscosmos has said in a statement.
Bijay Pokharel,
September 21, 2024
1 min read
Sunita Williams Celebrates 59th Birthday, Second in Space
Indian-origin astronaut Sunita Williams has celebrated her 59th birthday -- the second in space.
Bijay Pokharel,
September 21, 2024
2 min read
FTC Report Exposes Widespread Surveillance of Children and Teens by Social Media Giants
A recent Federal Trade Commission (FTC) staff report has uncovered extensive surveillance practices by social media and video streaming companies, with a particular focus on children and teens.
Bijay Pokharel,
September 20, 2024
2 min read
Tor Project Reassures Users Amid Concerns Over Timing Attacks and Law Enforcement Efforts
The Tor Project is working to reassure its users after a recent report raised concerns about law enforcement efforts to deanonymize Tor users using timing attacks.
Bijay Pokharel,
September 20, 2024
2 min read
Two Suspects Arrested in Miami for $230M Cryptocurrency Heist and Laundering Scheme
Two individuals were arrested this week in Miami, accused of conspiring to steal and launder over $230 million worth of cryptocurrency.
Bijay Pokharel,
September 20, 2024
1 min read
Apple Put on Notice Over Interoperability with Third-Party Devices and Developers
The European Commission has launched new proceedings under the Digital Markets Act (DMA) to guide Apple on how it should meet its interoperability requirements. These proceedings, focused on iOS and iPadOS, are set to conclude within six months.
Bijay Pokharel,
September 20, 2024
2 min read
Enough is Enough, Says Elon Musk over US FAA Fining SpaceX ‘for Trivia’
Blasting the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for fining SpaceX “for trivia”, CEO and founder Elon Musk on Friday said, “enough is enough”.
Bijay Pokharel,
September 20, 2024
2 min read
Qualcomm to Lay Off Hundreds of Employees in US
Qualcomm is reportedly laying off at least 226 employees in the US later this year as part of its business diversification strategy.
Bijay Pokharel,
September 20, 2024
2 min read
Proven Strategies to Improve Your Website’s SEO: A Comprehensive Guide
Boost your website’s rankings with proven SEO strategies, focusing on user experience, AI, voice search, and ethical practices for lasting success.
Bijay Pokharel,
September 20, 2024
6 min read
Europol Dismantle Ghost Encrypted Communications Platform Used by Criminal Networks
Europol and law enforcement agencies from nine countries successfully shut down Ghost, an encrypted communications platform heavily used by organized crime groups involved in drug trafficking and money laundering.
Bijay Pokharel,
September 19, 2024
1 min read
Discord Launches DAVE Protocol for End-to-End Encryption on Voice and Video Calls
Discord has rolled out a new custom end-to-end encryption (E2EE) protocol, known as DAVE, designed to secure voice and video communications across its platform.
Bijay Pokharel,
September 19, 2024
1 min read
YouTube Expands Pause Ads to All Advertisers
YouTube has officially expanded its pause ad feature to all advertisers, allowing brands to target viewers during paused moments on the platform.
Bijay Pokharel,
September 19, 2024
1 min read
MrBeast Faces Lawsuit from Contestants of Prime Video Show Over Alleged Mistreatment
YouTube sensation MrBeast, known for his larger-than-life stunts and charitable acts, is facing serious allegations from contestants of his upcoming Prime Video reality competition show, Beast Games.
Bijay Pokharel,
September 19, 2024
1 min read
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