The previous model of acquiring all innovation from outside companies (acquire-to-innovate) is fundamentally opposed to Tobi's philosophy; instead, he wants Shopify to innovate everywhere internally because that requires founders to demonstrate that they can solve the full spectrum of problems.

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Speaker

Tobi Lütke

Evidence Quote

I would not be proud of overseeing a company like this [0:24:50]

Source

Tobi Lütke: Empowering a World of Rebels | Knowledge Project PodcastThe Knowledge Project Podcast
Created: 8/11/2026, 1:11:36 AM

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