IonQ announced its intent to acquire Vector Atomic and completed the Oxford Ionics acquisition on September 17, 2025. These moves enhance IonQ’s quantum technology portfolio, integrating sensing, computing, and networking. Vector Atomic adds PNT expertise, while Oxford Ionics boosts scalable quantum systems. The deals solidify IonQ’s leadership in the quantum industry.
The UK-US Tech Prosperity Deal, announced on September 16, 2025, centers on a quantum computing partnership to revolutionize healthcare. By developing advanced quantum computers, the collaboration aims to speed up drug discovery and deliver life-saving treatments faster. A joint taskforce and industry exchange program will drive innovation across healthcare, defense, and finance. The partnership also fosters economic growth, with investments like IonQ’s new Oxford hub creating high-skilled jobs. This landmark deal positions both nations as leaders in quantum technology.
EPB Quantum℠ strengthens its team with three new experts to drive quantum technology development. The initiative, based in Chattanooga, offers the nation’s first commercial quantum network and computing access. This expansion supports real-world applications, fostering collaboration across industries and academia.
IonQ has expanded its quantum networking patent portfolio to nearly 400 patents through acquisitions and strategic development. With contracts from the U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory and ARLIS, IonQ demonstrates strong momentum in quantum communication. The EPB Quantum Network and the ID Quantique partnership highlight IonQ’s leadership in secure, large-scale quantum solutions.
On February 26, 2025, IonQ named Niccolo de Masi as CEO and added Gabrielle Toledano to its board. Both bring decades of tech experience. The changes support IonQ’s quantum computing growth.
Maryland invests $1 billion with IonQ and UMD to grow the quantum sector, advance research, and create high-skilled jobs.
IonQ has delivered its first quantum computer, IonQ Forte Enterprise, to the European Innovation Center in Arlesheim, Switzerland. Operating at a record algorithmic qubit count of #AQ36, the system enhances computational capabilities and marks IonQ’s initial commercial quantum system in Switzerland. The partnership with QuantumBasel strengthens IonQ’s global data center presence and supports advanced research and commercial applications.
IonQ strengthens its collaboration with imec to develop photonic integrated circuits and chip-scale ion trap technology, enhancing the scalability and performance of its quantum computing systems.
IonQ and Ansys are bringing quantum computing to the $10 billion CAE market. Their collaboration will speed up simulations, enabling faster product development and improving design processes for industries such as aerospace, automotive, and pharmaceuticals.
IonQ has partnered with NKT Photonics to develop advanced laser technology, improving the precision and scalability of quantum computing systems for diverse applications, including cryptography and optimization.
