IonQ buys UK quantum startup Oxford Ionics
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Stephen Guilfoyle, a veteran Wall Street trader who recognized the quantum computing industry’s growth potential before many other investors, sees strong potential for these sto
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IonQ is already starting to sell some of its quantum computing systems, with five units already being sold. They're launching their new Tempo system in 2025, which they believe will provide commercial value to certain clients. In 2026, they believe they can produce a quantum computer that will provide wide-scale value to many clients.
The acquired company is called Oxford Ionics. The core business and the new quantum chip startup together could drive IONQ stock even higher. Quantum computing is now widely accepted on Wall Street to be the best place to bet if you want to chase “the next big thing” after AI.
IonQ Inc. (NYSE: IONQ), a company specializing in quantum computing, has witnessed its stock price rise dramatically by 400% over the past twelve months. This surge demonstrates an increasing interest in quantum computing,
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IonQ (IONQ) just signed a $1.1 billion all-stock deal to acquire Oxford Ionicsa UK quantum computing startup spun out of Oxford Universityin what could be a defining moment for the next era of computing.