IonQ's Quantum Computing Program: Experimenting with Trapped Ion Technology

IonQ's Quantum Computing Program: Experimenting with Trapped Ion Technology

This IDC Perspective provides insights into IonQ's quantum computing program. IonQ's quantum computing strategy and forward-looking quantum road map focuses on developing error-free quantum technology that can be used to achieve quantum advantage. IonQ believes that when quantum advantage is achieved, it will be a transformative computing paradigm that has the potential to disrupt several industry markets through the acceleration of current business processes."IonQ's expertise in trapped ion technology research provides a unique opportunity to improve current quantum computing technology using a natural quantum system," said Heather West, senior research analyst, Infrastructure Systems, Platforms and Technologies Group at IDC. "IDC believes that IonQ's approach will help advance quantum computing research and the development of a commercially viable quantum computer."

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