Salesforce blocks AI rivals from using Slack data, the Information reports

Salesforce owned workplace messaging app Slack recently blocked other software firms from searching or storing Slack messages, even if their customers permit them to do so, The Information reported on Tuesday, citing a public disclosure.

The company will allow firms to only temporarily use and store their customers’ Slack data, but they must delete the data, the report said, adding that the move was to protect customer privacy.