Is Enron back? Here's what we know about the company's potential return

Category: Business

A group claiming to be Enron has emerged in Houston, promoting a relaunch focused on solving the global energy crisis. The new Enron, linked to the College Company, has acquired the 'E Enron' trademark and plans to explore various business avenues, including cryptocurrency. However, the exact nature of its operations remains vague, and it appears to be unaffiliated with the original Enron involved in the 2001 scandal.

Keywords: Enron, corporate scandal, cryptocurrency

Source: Houston Chronicle

Update At: 12/3/2024

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