Which major company's logo was originally designed with a rope-like typeface to represent the cables used in its primary business before evolving to its current minimalist design?

Behind every iconic corporate logo lies a strategic decision that shaped brand perception. While some logos remain relatively constant over decades, others undergo dramatic transformations that reflect changing market conditions, corporate pivots, or rebranding efforts. This trivia question explores one fascinating corporate logo evolution that reveals deeper business insights about adaptation in competitive markets.

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Nokia (originally a paper mill and rubber company)
AT&T (originally American Telephone & Telegraph)
IBM (originally Computing-Tabulating-Recording Company)
Shell (originally a trading company importing seashells)