D-Wave Quantum vs. IonQ: Quantum Computing Stocks Surge Amid AI Boom
Quantum computing stocks are experiencing unprecedented growth, with IonQ and D-Wave Quantum leading the charge. IonQ shares have soared 511% over the past year, while D-Wave Quantum's stock has skyrocketed nearly 2,000%. Both companies are pioneering unique approaches to quantum computing, with IonQ focusing on quantum-as-a-service (QaaS) via cloud platforms like Azure, AWS, and Google Cloud.
Despite rising revenues, IonQ's profitability remains under pressure due to heavy investments in R&D and capital expenditures. The quantum computing sector's explosive growth reflects broader enthusiasm for disruptive technologies, particularly those intersecting with artificial intelligence.