Slack’s hidden origins, cybersecurity, fintech, plus Africa’s startup growth

The Slack Origin Story
Slackis one of the most iconic enterprise companies to come out of Silicon Valley. Part of the reason is the mythos surrounding the startup’s founding as a games company and later pivot into workplace communication. But what’s the story behind the story of the high-flying company? Who supported the company every step of the way?
Our venture capital reporter Kate Clark has the history and background on Slack, soon to be trading as WORK on the NYSE.
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