Slack is evolving from a simple messaging app into an AI-powered workplace platform where digital agents work alongside humans.
The messaging app where millions of office workers share memes and coordinate projects is quietly transforming into something far more ambitious: A platform where AI agents work alongside humans as digital coworkers.
As part of Salesforce’s sweeping AI initiative announced Tuesday, Slack is evolving from a communication tool into what company officials call a “work operating system” — one where AI agents can attend your meetings, summarize your conversations, create presentations and even negotiate with other AI agents on your behalf.