Slack news

Here are some recent news and updates from Slack:

Company News

• Slack has announced a new feature called "Slack Connect" which allows users to connect with other companies and teams outside of their organization. (Source: The Verge)
• Slack has also launched a new feature called "Slack Fund" which is a $100 million fund to support startups and entrepreneurs. (Source: TechCrunch)

Product Updates

• Slack has updated its desktop app with a new design and features such as a new navigation menu and improved search functionality. (Source: Slack Blog)
• Slack has also updated its mobile app with a new design and features such as improved notification management and a new "Focus" mode. (Source: Slack Blog)

Partnerships and Integrations

• Slack has partnered with Google to integrate Google Drive and Google Docs into the Slack platform. (Source: The Verge)
• Slack has also partnered with Microsoft to integrate Microsoft Teams and Office 365 into the Slack platform. (Source: Microsoft Blog)

Security and Compliance

• Slack has announced that it has achieved SOC 2 Type II compliance, which is a security certification that ensures the company's systems and processes meet certain security standards. (Source: Slack Blog)
• Slack has also announced that it has achieved GDPR compliance, which is a European Union data protection regulation. (Source: Slack Blog)

Financials

• Slack has announced that it has raised $427 million in funding, valuing the company at $20 billion. (Source: Bloomberg)
• Slack has also announced that it has reached $200 million in annual recurring revenue, up from $100 million in 2018. (Source: CNBC)