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6d ago

IonQ Leads Quantum Computing Stock Surge with Bold Industry Vision

CEO Niccolo de Masi’s declaration of IonQ as the 'Nvidia of quantum computing' drives a 37% stock jump, boosting the entire sector.

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Overview

  • IonQ shares surged 37% on May 22, 2025, following CEO Niccolo de Masi’s confident positioning of the company as the leading player in quantum computing, akin to Nvidia in GPUs.
  • The rally lifted other quantum computing stocks, with D-Wave gaining 24%, Rigetti rising 26%, and Quantum Computing Inc. climbing over 14%.
  • IonQ reaffirmed its 2024 revenue forecast of $75 million to $95 million despite reporting flat Q1 revenue of $7.57 million and a narrowed loss of $32.3 million.
  • The company has expanded its global footprint through strategic acquisitions, including ID Quantique, Capella, and Lightsync, and a partnership with Swedish logistics firm Einride.
  • The quantum computing sector remains speculative, with ongoing debates over commercialization timelines and significant public investments projected to reach $45 billion in 2025.