IonQ Acquires SkyWater Technology in $1.8 Billion Deal
January 26, 2026
IonQ entered into a definitive agreement to acquire SkyWater Technology for $1.8 billion in a cash-and-stock transaction, creating a vertically integrated, full-stack quantum platform company. SkyWater will continue operating as a wholly owned subsidiary under the SkyWater name, led by CEO Thomas Sonderman, with IonQ driving its quantum roadmap and domestic, trusted supply chain.
- Buyers
- IonQ, Inc
- Targets
- SkyWater Technology, Inc
- Industry
- Cybersecurity
- Location
- Minnesota, United States
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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