IonQ Inc. completed its acquisition of Skyloom Global Corp. on January 28, 2026, finalizing a deal that was first announced in November 2025. The transaction adds Skyloom’s light‑wave optics expertise to IonQ’s full‑stack quantum platform, positioning the company to accelerate development of quantum networking, quantum key distribution, and future quantum‑enabled communication infrastructure.
The financial terms of the deal were not disclosed by either company. The acquisition is part of IonQ’s broader strategy to build a comprehensive quantum ecosystem, following earlier purchases of Capella Space, Lightsynq, ID Quantique, and Vector Atomic, and preceding the pending acquisition of SkyWater Technology.
Skyloom’s portfolio of free‑space optical terminals, photonic systems engineering, and secure data‑transmission solutions is expected to integrate with IonQ’s quantum processors and networking hardware. The combination will enable higher‑bandwidth, low‑latency, and resilient connectivity for distributed quantum entanglement, a key capability for secure government and defense applications.
IonQ’s stock advanced 1.25% in pre‑market trading to $46.06 on the day of the announcement, reflecting investor confidence in the expanded quantum networking roadmap and the strategic fit of Skyloom’s technology.
Niccolo de Masi, IonQ’s Chairman and CEO, said the completion “is another important step as we build the foundation for scalable quantum networking.” Skyloom CEO Marc Eisenberg and his management team will remain with the company, ensuring continuity for existing customers and alignment with IonQ’s technical roadmap.
The Skyloom acquisition occurs alongside IonQ’s announced intent to acquire SkyWater Technology, a $1.8 billion deal that will secure U.S. semiconductor foundry capabilities. Together, the two transactions underscore IonQ’s aggressive push to integrate computing, networking, sensing, and security technologies into a single, end‑to‑end quantum platform.
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