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.
Google Chrome to Revolutionize PDF Sharing with New Text Fragment Feature
Google is developing a game-changing enhancement for its Chrome browser that will facilitate sharing specific sections of long PDF documents.
Bijay Pokharel,
January 5, 2025
1 min read
U.S. Treasury Sanctions Chinese Cybersecurity Firm for State-Sponsored Hacking Operations
The U.S. Treasury Department has imposed sanctions on Beijing-based cybersecurity company Integrity Tech, citing its role in cyberattacks orchestrated by the Chinese state-sponsored hacking group Flax Typhoon.
Bijay Pokharel,
January 4, 2025
2 min read
What Is HMPV Virus Currently Affecting China?
After five years of the Covid-19 pandemic, China is currently reeling under the new respiratory the Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) virus.
Bijay Pokharel,
January 3, 2025
2 min read
Do Kwon Pleads Not Guilty to U.S. Fraud Charges After Extradition
Do Kwon, the South Korean cryptocurrency entrepreneur linked to the collapse of digital currencies TerraUSD and Luna, pleaded not guilty to U.S. criminal fraud charges on Thursday.
Bijay Pokharel,
January 3, 2025
1 min read
Apple Updates AirTag Labels to Comply with Child Safety Law
Apple has updated its AirTag packaging and design to include warning labels, following the requirements of “Reese’s Law,” which mandates safety warnings on products containing button cell or coin batteries that could pose a risk to children if ingested.
Bijay Pokharel,
January 3, 2025
1 min read
Apple Reaches $95 Million Settlement Over Siri Privacy Violations
Apple has agreed to pay $95 million to settle a lawsuit alleging that its Siri voice assistant inadvertently captured private conversations and allowed them to be overheard by human employees.
Bijay Pokharel,
January 3, 2025
2 min read
Telegram Introduces Third-Party Verification, NFT Gifts, and Advanced Search Filters
Telegram has kicked off the year with a feature-packed update, introducing a third-party-powered account verification method, enhanced search filters, and a new way to turn gifts into NFTs.
Bijay Pokharel,
January 2, 2025
2 min read
Florida VPN Usage Skyrockets Following Pornhub Geo-Block Amid New Age Verification Law
The vpnMentor Research Team has reported an unprecedented surge in demand for VPN (Virtual Private Network) services in Florida following the enforcement of new age verification laws that restrict access to adult websites, including Pornhub.
Bijay Pokharel,
January 2, 2025
2 min read
Pupil Size Plays Key Role in Storing Memories in Brain: Study
The pupil of the eye is key to understanding how, and when, the brain forms strong, long-lasting memories, according to a mice study.
Bijay Pokharel,
January 2, 2025
2 min read
How to Play Squid Game on Google Chrome (Mobile & Web)
Did you know that you can play a fun little version of Squid Game right inside your Google Chrome browser?
Bijay Pokharel,
January 2, 2025
1 min read
Chinese Hackers Breach U.S. Treasury Office Handling Economic Sanctions
Chinese government hackers infiltrated key offices within the U.S. Treasury Department, including the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) and the Office of Financial Research, according to a report by The Washington Post on Wednesday.
Bijay Pokharel,
January 2, 2025
2 min read
US Sanctions Russian and Iranian Organizations for 2024 Election Interference
The United States has imposed sanctions on organizations in Russia and Iran for attempting to meddle in the 2024 presidential election, citing efforts to create socio-political discord and influence voters.
Bijay Pokharel,
January 2, 2025
2 min read
US Army Soldier Charged in Hacking Scheme Involving Stolen Phone Records and High-Profile Data Breaches
A 20-year-old US Army soldier, Cameron John Wagenius, has been arrested and charged with participating in a hacking scheme to sell and distribute stolen phone records.
Bijay Pokharel,
January 2, 2025
2 min read
Tesla Cybertruck Explosion Near Trump Hotel in Las Vegas Leaves One Dead and Sparks Investigation
On New Year’s Day, a Tesla Cybertruck exploded outside the Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada, resulting in one fatality and seven minor injuries, according to Las Vegas Sheriff Kevin McMahill.
Bijay Pokharel,
January 2, 2025
3 min read
Top 12 Cybersecurity and Cyberattack Incidents of 2024
Cybersecurity dominated headlines in 2024 with major breaches, advanced threats, and disruptions to critical systems affecting millions worldwide. Here's an overview of the year's most significant events:
Bijay Pokharel,
January 2, 2025
4 min read
Researchers Find Vital Link between Inflammation and Depression
Researchers have unveiled transformative insights into the relationship between inflammation and depression, a finding that can fundamentally change our understanding of depression's biological underpinnings.
Bijay Pokharel,
January 1, 2025
2 min read
GitHub Battles Rising Issue of Fake “Stars” Inflating Scam and Malware Repositories
GitHub, the world’s largest code-hosting platform, is grappling with a growing problem: the misuse of its "star" feature to artificially boost the popularity of repositories.
Bijay Pokharel,
January 1, 2025
3 min read
Squid Game Season 2 Shatters Netflix Records as Most-Watched Premiere Ever
The streaming giant said the new season garnered 68 million views in its first week and topped charts in 92 countries worldwide.
Bijay Pokharel,
January 1, 2025
1 min read
Elon Musk Renames X Account to ‘Kekius Maximus’ Amid Cryptocurrency Surge
Elon Musk has surprised followers by changing his X (formerly Twitter) account name to 'Kekius Maximus', sparking widespread speculation.
Bijay Pokharel,
December 31, 2024
1 min read
Apple TV+ Offers Free Streaming Access from January 3–5
Apple is giving viewers a chance to explore its streaming platform, Apple TV+, for free from January 3 to January 5.
Bijay Pokharel,
December 31, 2024
1 min read
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