Cleartech Group

06/02/2026

Scam emails look very different now than they used to. A few years ago, you could spot one easily with odd spelling, strange requests, and something just felt 'off'.

That's changed. Today's phishing emails are well-written, use correct branding, and arrive in ways that feel completely normal.

The best protection isn't being suspicious of every email. It's building a simple habit:
If an email asks you to click a link, go directly to the website instead. Don't follow the prompt.
30 seconds. Every time. No exceptions.

Has your team ad a cybersecurity refresher recently? Drop a comment or message us - we work with businesses across Central MA on exactly this.

05/27/2026

⚠️If you get a message saying a large Apply Pay payment has been blocked and you're urged to call a number immediately, don't dial it.

It's a scam.

The message is designed to look official. It might include a fake case number, Apple-style branding, and urgent warnings that your account will be locked. The phone number goes straight to scammers who want your Apple ID, verification codes, or card details.

Apple will never ask you to call a number from a text or email. Your bank handles genuine payment issues automatically and would contact you through official channels, not ask you to scramble via a random text.

Quick checks before you do anything:
✅Is the sender's email address exactly right? Look for small typos or odd domains
✅Does it address you by name or just say "Hello [Name]"?
✅Can you verify the transaction yourself in Settings> [Your Name] . Media & Purchases?

If something feels off, go directly to apple.com. Do not use any contact details in the message.
Stay safe and share this so others know what to look out for👇

05/25/2026

Lest we forget🇺🇸

This Memorial Day, we pause to honor the brave men and women who gave everything in service to our nation.

As a Veteran Owned Business, Memorial Day holds a special place in our hearts at Cleartech Group. We don't just remember. We carry forward the values of sacrifice, commitment, and service that define those who came before us.

To every fallen hero and every family who has felt their absence: we see you, we thank you, and we will never forget.

From our team to yours, wishing everyone a meaningful and reflective Memorial Day❤️💙

05/20/2026

🙌👏

The Spanish American Center, Inc. is so pleased to announce that Patty Fields has joined our Board. Patty is the Director of Finance and Administration at Cleartech Group. Welcome, Bienvenida, Patty!

05/13/2026

Did you know astronauts can now take their personal smartphones into space?!

For years, relied on official Nikon cameras and GoPros. But, on the recent mission, they cleared astronauts to bring iPhones and Androids on board, because when something incredible happens in orbit, you need to capture it NOW! Not after a ten-step camera setup.

More real moments. More behind-the-scenes content. Straight from space. Honestly, it's the same story back on Earth. The technology that actually changes how we work isn't always the flashiest. It's the kind that gets out of your way and lets you move faster. Easy-to-use tools mean your team shares information quicker, wastes less time on workarounds, and focuses on what actually matters.

05/07/2026

Raise your hand if your password is your birthday + a "!"...
No judgement. We've all been there.

Today is and it's the perfect excuse to finally update that one password you've had since 2011. You know the one😏

Quick tip: the safest passwords are long, random, and unique to every account!

05/01/2026

We love spotting our own out in the community!🌟

Shoutout to Amanda for representing us as part of the North Central Chamber's Community Leadership Institute tour of the Massachusetts State House. So proud to have team members investing in leadership and civic engagement!

04/24/2026

Most think younger workers are totally comfortable with AI...but new research says otherwise.

Gen Z (some of the biggest users of AI) are actually the most worried about it replacing their jobs. Meanwhile, older generations feel more confident about adapting.

Kind of unexpected, right?

Here's what's happening:
👨‍💻Almost everyone expects AI to change their work
👨‍💻Many think companies will benefit more than employees
👨‍💻People are taking learning into their own hands

Even with all the tech changes, one thing hasn't changed:
People still learn from each other.

Experience, judgement, communication -> from seasoned professionals
New Tools, AI skills -> younger teams

AI isn't just a tech shift; it's a people shift.

04/13/2026

Being blunt with tools like and can actually get you better answers😅

A study from found that short, direct prompts worked better than polite, wordy ones.

We're not saying to be rude to AI...but clarity is key!

Try this:
❌"Can you maybe help me understand..."
✅"Explain this in simple terms. Give a real example."

Big difference in results.
So no, you don't need to go full on you AI😂
Just be clear, and direct!

04/10/2026

Attackers are exploiting OpenAI's Team invite feature😳

Be careful! This scam does not look like a scam!

They create accounts, put a phone number or a fake "urgent" link in the organization name, and send invites from a real OpenAI address.
No spoofing. No hacks. Just a normal email that tricks you into acting fast🏃💨

The result? Many fall into voice scams. Someone calls the number, pressure is applied in real time, and the trust in the platform is weaponized.

The subtlety is what's dangerous: it looks like something you already trust. Attackers are repurposing trust built into collaboration tools.