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.
Side Hustle Hustle: The Top Ways to Make Extra Cash in 2025
Ditch the 9-5 grind! Discover the best side hustles of 2025 to boost your bank account, whether you're a tech wiz, creative soul, or just want more moolah.
Bijay Pokharel,
February 21, 2024
6 min read
YouTube Brings New Channel Pages for Creators on Its TV App
YouTube has unveiled a new look for creators' channels on its TV app, to improve the user experience and make content more accessible on the big screen.
Bijay Pokharel,
February 21, 2024
1 min read
How to Build a Simple Website with WordPress – A Beginner’s Guide
Ready to create your own website? Learn how to build a simple WordPress site with this easy-to-follow beginner's guide. No coding experience needed!
Bijay Pokharel,
February 21, 2024
4 min read
What is Gemini Advanced? Your Guide to Google’s Ultra 1.0 AI
Discover Gemini Advanced, Google's powerful AI tool for content creation, coding, and more. Streamline your work, boost creativity, and unlock new possibilities.
Bijay Pokharel,
February 21, 2024
2 min read
Signal Launches Usernames to Keep Your Phone Number Private
Signal is launching usernames for chats to keep your phone number private.
Bijay Pokharel,
February 21, 2024
1 min read
Walmart Acquires US TV Maker Vizio for Nearly $2.3 Billion to Boost Ad Biz
Retail giant Walmart on Tuesday said it is acquiring US-based TV maker Vizio in a deal valued at nearly $2.3 billion, in a bid to boost its ad business.
Bijay Pokharel,
February 20, 2024
1 min read
Fighting Back: Essential Steps to Take After a Ransomware Attack
If you've been hit by a ransomware attack, here's a step-by-step guide to help you recover and minimize the damage.
Bijay Pokharel,
February 20, 2024
4 min read
LockBit Key Actor in Today’s Cyber Threat Scene with 17 Percent of Engagements: Report
LockBit ransomware group remains a key player in today's threat landscape, with 17 percent of ransomware engagements in 2023, a new report said on Tuesday.
Bijay Pokharel,
February 20, 2024
1 min read
1st Human Implanted with Neuralink Brain Chip Able to Control Mouse via Thoughts: Musk
Elon Musk has said that the first human implanted with a brain chip from his brain-computer interface company Neuralink seems to have fully recovered and can control a computer mouse using thoughts.
Bijay Pokharel,
February 20, 2024
1 min read
International Law Enforcement Thwarts LockBit Ransomware Network
Law enforcement agencies from 11 countries have disrupted the notorious LockBit ransomware operation in a joint operation known as ''Operation Cronos."
Bijay Pokharel,
February 20, 2024
1 min read
200k+ Student & Parent Records Exposed in Philippines High School Voucher Program Breach
Cybersecurity researcher Jeremiah Fowler uncovered a significant data breach involving a non-password-protected database housing more than 200,000 records, including sensitive information of students and parents.
Bijay Pokharel,
February 20, 2024
2 min read
Google’s Gemini Beats OpenAI’s ChatGPT by 3% in Multi-Discipline Tests: Report
Google's AI chatbot Gemini has recently outperformed Sam Altman-run OpenAI's ChatGPT in a series of comprehensive multi-discipline tests, a new report revealed on Monday.
Bijay Pokharel,
February 20, 2024
1 min read
EU Opens Formal Probe against TikTok over Safeguarding Kids, Ad Transparency
The European Commission on Monday opened formal proceedings to assess whether TikTok may have breached the Digital Services Act (DSA) for protection of minors, advertising transparency, data access for researchers and risk management of addictive design and harmful content.
Bijay Pokharel,
February 19, 2024
2 min read
In 10 Years, Apple Earned $1.65 Trillion from iPhone Sales: Report
Apple grossed a whopping $1.65 trillion from iPhone sales in the past decade, a new report has revealed.
Bijay Pokharel,
February 19, 2024
1 min read
Fixedfloat Crypto Exchange Hacked, $26M Bitcoin and Ether Lost
Decentralized crypto exchange FixedFloat has confirmed a hack that resulted in the theft of Bitcoin and Ether worth at least $26 million.
Bijay Pokharel,
February 19, 2024
1 min read
Deepfakes Surge Ahead of General Elections in South Korea
With less than 50 days remaining until South Korea's parliamentary elections in April, concerns over the proliferation of artificial intelligence (AI)-generated deepfake videos and images are mounting, prompting heightened vigilance from election authorities.
Bijay Pokharel,
February 19, 2024
2 min read
How to Unsend a Message on an iPhone
Ever sent a message to the wrong person? The cringe is real! But fear not, Apple's got your back with its latest feature.
Bijay Pokharel,
February 19, 2024
1 min read
EU Slaps Apple Over $500 Million Fine Under Music Streaming Penalty
This penalty comes as a consequence of accusations that Apple has been stifling competition against its own music streaming service, Apple Music, on the iPhone platform.
Bijay Pokharel,
February 19, 2024
1 min read
Your Smart Garden Mower Can Become Entry Point for Cyberattack: Researchers
A team of researchers has found an unexpected correlation between a smart garden mower and cybercrime, revealing that this innocent device can be a weak spot for your home's security network.
Bijay Pokharel,
February 18, 2024
1 min read
Tesla Able To Produce Real-World Video Similar to OpenAI’s for Over a Year: Musk
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has shared intriguing insights into the potential synergies between OpenAI's Sora and his autonomous driving ambitions after the ChatGPT maker unveiled its text-to-video model.
Bijay Pokharel,
February 18, 2024
1 min read
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