Tobi Lütke
Tobi Lütke is the founder and CEO of Shopify, a leading e-commerce platform that enables businesses to create online stores. Originally from Germany, Lütke moved to Canada where he launched Shopify in 2006, transforming it into one of the most valuable companies in the country. Under his leadership, Shopify has focused on empowering entrepreneurs and small businesses by providing accessible tools for online retail. Lütke is known for his progressive views on technology, commerce, and social issues, and has been an outspoken advocate for responsible business practices. Recently, he criticized both U.S. President Donald Trump's tariff threats and the Canadian government's willingness to impose retaliatory tariffs, highlighting his commitment to fair trade and economic collaboration.
Born on Jul 05, 1981 (43 years old)
Global Media Ratings
Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Canada | 3 | 7.67 | 0.13% | +0% | 38,005,238 | 50,029 | $1,700,000 | 2,238$ |
| Hungary | 1 | 3.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 9,660,351 | 5,367 | $160,000 | 89$ |
| Ukraine | 1 | 4.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 43,733,762 | 17,382 | $155,000 | 62$ |
| Russia | 1 | 5.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 144,104,080 | 54,154 | $1,500,000 | 564$ |
| Greece | 1 | 7.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 10,423,054 | 4,502 | $190,000 | 82$ |
| Totals | 7 | 245,926,485 | 131,434 | $3,705,000 | 3,035$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Greece:
Tobi Lutke, the CEO of Shopify, announced that the company is changing its hiring approach in light of artificial intelligence.
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Canada:
Mr. Lütke told staff that AI is essential for boosting efficiency and will be a core expectation for all employees.
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Canada:
Shopify boss Tobi Lütke said in a letter to staff that the company expects all employees to use AI in their everyday work.
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Canada:
Tobi Lütke, Shopify's founder and CEO, emphasized the importance of AI in improving efficiency for all employees.
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Hungary:
Tobi Lutke lost $1.5 billion, or 17% of his wealth, as Shopify's stock declined.
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Russia:
Tobi Lutke, the CEO of Shopify, saw a loss of $1.5 billion due to the tariffs announced by the US.
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Ukraine:
Tobi Lutke lost $1.5 billion due to a 20% drop in Shopify's stock.
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Canada:
Tobi Lütke is the founder of Shopify Inc. and is discussing ideas to strengthen the tech sector with Mr. Poilievre.
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Canada:
Tobi Lütke is Shopify’s founder and chief executive who criticized the federal government’s decision to impose retaliatory tariffs.
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Canada:
Tobi Lütke explained Shopify's decision to allow controversial products on their platform.
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