\nIonQ (NYSE: IONQ), the world\u2019s leading quantum company, today announced the successful completion of its acquisition of Vector Atomic<\/a>, the leading quantum sensing company based in California. The all-stock transaction significantly expands and rounds out IonQ\u2019s quantum technology platform by adding the world\u2019s most advanced precision atomic clocks, inertial sensors, and synchronization hardware to its industry-leading computing and networking stack.<\/p>\n
\nVector Atomic brings to IonQ over 75 employees, which include world-class scientists, engineers, and operators with deep experience delivering quantum-based positioning, navigation, and timing systems for space, submarine, and airborne applications. The company\u2019s sensing technology delivers ultra-precise picosecond timing which is capable of delivering 1,000x improvement in GPS accuracy.<\/p>\n
\nVector Atomic systems are deployable and field-validated from sea-proven gravimetry to, airborne clocks, to space-ready gyros, and offer highly reliable detection through inertial sensors capable of uncovering oil, gas, and rare earth elements. The company\u2019s intellectual property portfolio further bolsters IonQ\u2019s 1,000+ patent portfolio with 29 pending and issued patents and technologies used in programs such as the U.S. Department of Defense\u2019s X\u201137B orbital test vehicle.<\/p>\n
\n\u201cThe acquisition of Vector Atomic marks an exciting expansion for IonQ as we advance toward fully integrated quantum systems that deliver real-world impact across multiple industries,\u201d said Niccolo de Masi, Chairman and CEO of IonQ. \u201cThis acquisition broadens and deepens our full-stack quantum industry leadership by adding world-class, field-deployed sensing capabilities to our existing quantum computing and quantum networking solutions.\u201d<\/p>\n
\nAlready a proven national security partner with over $200M in U.S. government contracts, Vector Atomic\u2019s world-renowned sensing and timing portfolio will be integrated into IonQ\u2019s commercial and government offerings, with particular impact on defense and space industries. This addition adds to IonQ\u2019s government-focused initiatives and reinforces the company\u2019s roadmap toward scalable, real-world quantum advantage.<\/p>\n
\n\u201cAt Vector Atomic, we\u2019ve focused on developing quantum sensors and clocks that perform in the most demanding environments, from undersea to space,\u201d said Dr. Jamil Abo-Shaeer, CEO and Co-founder of Vector Atomic. \u201cBy joining IonQ, we can accelerate that mission, expand into broader markets, and integrate our technologies into systems that redefine what quantum can deliver.\u201d Dr. Abo-Shaeer will remain with IonQ, continuing his pioneering work on quantum sensing technology.<\/p>\n
\nThis acquisition follows a series of strategic moves by IonQ to build the most comprehensive portfolio in the quantum sector. In the last 12 months, IonQ has acquired Oxford Ionics<\/a>, Capella Space<\/a>, Lightsynq Technologies<\/a>, Qubitekk<\/a>, and secured a majority stake in ID Quantique.<\/a><\/p>\n About IonQ<\/b><\/p>\n IonQ, Inc.<\/a> [NYSE: IONQ] is the world\u2019s leading quantum company delivering solutions to solve the world\u2019s most complex problems. IonQ\u2019s current generation quantum computers, IonQ Forte<\/a> and IonQ Forte Enterprise<\/a>, are the latest in a line of cutting-edge systems that have been helping customers and partners such as Amazon Web Services, AstraZeneca, and NVIDIA<\/a> achieve 20x performance results.<\/p>\n \nThe company is accelerating its technology roadmap and intends to deliver the world\u2019s most powerful quantum computers with 2 million qubits by 2030 to accelerate innovation in drug discovery, materials science, financial modeling, logistics, cybersecurity, and defense. IonQ\u2019s advancements in quantum networking and sensing also position the company as a leader in building the quantum internet.<\/p>\n \nThe company\u2019s innovative technology and rapid growth were recognized in Newsweek\u2019s 2025 Excellence Index 1000, Forbes\u2019 2025 Most Successful Mid-Cap Companies list, and Built In\u2019s 2025 100 Best Midsize Places to Work in Washington DC and Seattle, respectively. Available through all major cloud providers, IonQ is making quantum computing more accessible and impactful than ever before. Learn more at IonQ.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n IonQ Forward-Looking Statements<\/b><\/p>\n \nThis press release contains certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Some of the forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of forward-looking words. Statements that are not historical in nature are intended to identify forward-looking statements. These statements include those related to the IonQ\u2019s quantum computing capabilities and plans; IonQ\u2019s technology driving commercial quantum advantage or delivering scalable, fault-tolerant quantum computing in the future; the relevance and utility of quantum algorithms and applications run on IonQ\u2019s quantum computers; the necessity, effectiveness, and future impacts of IonQ\u2019s offerings available today; and the scalability, fidelity, efficiency, viability, accessibility, effectiveness, importance, reliability, performance, speed, impact, practicality, feasibility, and commercial-readiness of IonQ\u2019s offerings. Forward-looking statements are predictions, projections, and other statements about future events that are based on current expectations and assumptions and, as a result, are subject to risks and uncertainties. Many factors could cause actual future events to differ materially from the forward-looking statements in this press release, including but not limited to: IonQ\u2019s ability to implement its technical roadmap; changes in the competitive industries in which IonQ operates, including development of competing technologies; IonQ\u2019s ability to deliver, and customers\u2019 ability to generate, value from IonQ\u2019s offerings; IonQ\u2019s ability to deliver higher speed and fidelity gates with fewer errors, enhance information transfer and network accuracy, or reduce noise and errors; IonQ\u2019s ability to sell effectively to government entities and large enterprises; changes in laws and regulations affecting IonQ\u2019s and its suppliers\u2019 businesses; IonQ\u2019s ability to implement its business plans, forecasts, roadmaps and other expectations, to identify and realize partnerships and opportunities, and to engage new and existing customers; IonQ\u2019s ability to effectively enter new markets; IonQ\u2019s ability to deliver services and products within currently anticipated timelines; IonQ\u2019s inability to attract and retain key personnel; IonQ\u2019s inability to effectively integrate its acquisitions; IonQ\u2019s customers deciding or declining to extend contracts into new phases; the inability of IonQ\u2019s suppliers to deliver components that meet expectations timely; changes in U.S. government spending or policy that may affect IonQ\u2019s customers; and risks associated with U.S. government sales, including availability of funding and provisions that allow the government to unilaterally terminate or modify contracts for convenience; changes in laws and regulations affecting IonQ\u2019s patents; and IonQ\u2019s ability to maintain or obtain patent protection for its products and technology, including with sufficient breadth to provide a competitive advantage. You should carefully consider the foregoing factors and the other risks and uncertainties disclosed in the Company\u2019s filings, including but not limited to those described in the \u201cRisk Factors\u201d section of IonQ\u2019s most recent periodic financial report (10-Q or 10-K) filed by IonQ with the Securities and Exchange Commission. These filings identify and address other important risks and uncertainties that could cause actual events and results to differ materially from those contained in the forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made. Readers are cautioned not to put undue reliance on forward-looking statements, and IonQ assumes no obligation and does not intend to update or revise these forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise. IonQ does not give any assurance that it will achieve its expectations. 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