IonQ
Develops and sells trapped-ion quantum computers and cloud services.
Company facts
- Founded
- 2015
- Employees
- 1,132
- Headquarters
- United States
- CEO
- Niccolo de Masi
- Type
- Public
- Listed
- NYSE: IONQ
- Subsidiaries
- Qubitekk, ID Quantique, Oxford Ionics, Lightsynq Technologies, Capella Space, Vector Atomic
About
IonQ, a trailblazer in quantum computing, emerged from over 25 years of research and development, leading the way in harnessing the power of trapped ion technology. Founded in 2015 by Chris Monroe and Jungsang Kim, IonQ began its journey with a vision to bring quantum computing out of academic settings and into real-world applications. From humble beginnings, the company has garnered significant attention and investment, raising over $75 million in funding from prominent players like New Enterprise Associates, GV, Amazon Web Services, and Samsung. IonQ made history on October 1, 2021, by becoming the first public pure-play quantum computing company, trading on the New York Stock Exchange with the ticker symbol IONQ. Driven by a mission to build the world’s best quantum computers, IonQ aims to solve some of the most complex challenges facing business, society, and the planet. Its flagship products, IonQ Aria and IonQ Forte, are at the forefront of quantum technology, providing solutions for a myriad of industries, including pharmaceuticals, electric vehicle technology, and climate change mitigation. By integrating with major cloud providers like Microsoft and Amazon, IonQ makes its quantum systems accessible to developers and businesses, enhancing collaboration and innovation. As the world embraces the quantum revolution, IonQ remains committed to pushing the boundaries of what is possible, transforming the quantum landscape for a better future.