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.
Disbarred Attorney Pleads Guilty to Promoting $9.5M Cryptocurrency Ponzi Scheme
A disbarred California attorney pleaded guilty yesterday to conspiring to operate a cryptocurrency Ponzi scheme that defrauded victims of more than $9.5 million.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 30, 2024
2 min read
Over 90 Malicious Android Apps with 5.5 Million Installs Found on Google Play
Security researchers have uncovered a widespread infiltration of malicious apps on the Google Play Store.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 29, 2024
1 min read
LinkedIn is so ‘Cringe’ It Will Make Your Toenails Curl: Musk
Elon Musk on Wednesday attacked Microsoft-owned largest professional network LinkedIn, saying this platform is "so cringe it will make your toenails curl", as the billionaire aims to bring job search on his X platform.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 29, 2024
1 min read
Apple’s Flagship Developer Event to Unveil New Software Updates on June 10
Apple has announced to organize its flagship Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC24) from June 10 to June 14, including a keynote and ‘Platforms State of the Union’.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 29, 2024
1 min read
Google Making it Hard for Users to Watch YouTube Videos with Ad Blockers
YouTube viewers who use ad blockers have been reporting a frustrating new issue: videos are automatically skipping to the end, preventing them from watching any content.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 28, 2024
2 min read
Google Introduces New AI Features in Its Chromebook Plus Laptops
Google on Tuesday announced new artificial intelligence (AI)-powered features in its Chromebook Plus laptops that will help users chat with Gemini, reimagine photos and more.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 28, 2024
1 min read
OpenAI Board Forms Safety and Security Committee Led by Altman, Others
ChatGPT maker OpenAI Board has formed a Safety and Security Committee led by directors Sam Altman (CEO), Bret Taylor (Chair), Adam D’Angelo, and Nicole Seligman, the company said on Tuesday.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 28, 2024
1 min read
‘This Is Not Correct’: WhatsApp Head on Musk’s Claims on Meta-Sharing User Data
WhatsApp head Will Cathcart on Tuesday said the claim made by X owner Elon Musk that the Meta-owned messaging platform exports your user data is "not correct."
Bijay Pokharel,
May 28, 2024
1 min read
Windows to Soon Allow Text Extraction Directly from Android Photos
Microsoft is set to introduce a text extraction feature within its Phone Link app, enabling Windows users to effortlessly grab text directly from photos on their linked Android devices.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 28, 2024
1 min read
N. Korea Says Military Reconnaissance Satellite Launch Ends in Failure
North Korea said on Tuesday that its latest attempt to launch a new rocket carrying a military reconnaissance satellite failed due to the midair explosion of the rocket during the first-stage flight this week.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 28, 2024
1 min read
Google Drive vs. Microsoft OneDrive: A Cloud Storage Showdown
OneDrive and Google Drive are the top cloud storage contenders, favored by both individuals and businesses. Let's explore their key differences to help you choose the perfect fit for your needs.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 28, 2024
4 min read
Cybercriminals Launched on Avg 9k Online Attacks on Indian Firms Per Day in 2023: Report
Cybercriminals launched an average of nearly 9,000 online attacks targeting Indian businesses per day in 2023, a new report revealed on Monday.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 27, 2024
1 min read
Scientists Identify a Brain Network Linked to Stuttering
An international team of scientists from Finland, Canada, the US, and New Zealand has discovered a specific brain network hub that plays a key role in stuttering, an advance that can lead to new treatment options.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 27, 2024
2 min read
xAI Raises $6 Billion to Boost Research, Development of Future Tech
Elon Musk-run artificial intelligence (AI) company xAI said on Monday that it raised $6 billion to accelerate the research and development of future technologies.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 27, 2024
1 min read
X Has Paid over $50 Million in Ad Sharing to 150k Creators: CEO
X has paid more than $50 million in ad sharing to creators on its “video-first” platform, its CEO Linda Yaccarino has announced.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 26, 2024
1 min read
Indian National Pleads Guilty to $37 Million Crypto Theft Through Fake Coinbase Pro Website
Chirag Tomar, a 30-year-old Indian national, has pleaded guilty to wire fraud conspiracy charges for orchestrating a sophisticated scheme that resulted in the theft of over $37 million in cryptocurrency.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 26, 2024
1 min read
YouTube Music Introduces Hum-to-Search Feature for Android Users
Android users can now search for songs simply by humming, singing, or whistling the tune into their phones.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 26, 2024
1 min read
ICQ to Shut Down After Nearly 28 Years
ICQ, the once-popular instant messaging platform, is shutting down on June 26th, 2024.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 26, 2024
1 min read
WhatsApp Exports Your User Data Every Night: Elon Musk
Elon Musk on Saturday slammed Meta-owned WhatsApp for allegedly exporting users' data every night.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 25, 2024
1 min read
WhatsApp’s New Feature Lets You See All Media Shared in Community Group Chats
WhatsApp is reportedly working on a new feature allowing users to see all media shared in community group chats.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 25, 2024
1 min read
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