IonQ Acquires Capella Space

IonQ Acquires Controlling Stake in ID Quantique

May 6, 2025

Cybersecurity

IonQ has completed the acquisition of a controlling stake in ID Quantique (IDQ), adding IDQ's quantum key distribution (QKD) systems, quantum random number generators (QRNGs) and single-photon detectors to its product portfolio. The deal expands IonQ's quantum networking and secure-communications capabilities, brings nearly 300 granted and pending patents to IonQ's IP estate, and strengthens its position in national and international quantum communications initiatives.

IonQ Acquires Lightsynq

June 3, 2025

Telecommunications

IonQ has completed the acquisition of Boston-based Lightsynq, a startup developing photonic interconnects and quantum memory. The deal adds Lightsynq's IP and engineering capabilities to accelerate IonQ's fault-tolerant quantum computing roadmap and progress toward quantum networking and the quantum internet.

IonQ Acquires Skyloom Global Corp.

January 28, 2026

Telecommunications

IonQ has completed its acquisition of Skyloom Global Corp., a U.S.-based developer of lightwave-optics and free-space optical communications terminals. The deal brings Skyloom's photonic systems and secure, high-bandwidth communications capabilities into IonQ's portfolio to accelerate the company's quantum networking, quantum key distribution, and secure communications roadmap for government, aerospace, defense and commercial customers.

IonQ Acquires Oxford Ionics

September 17, 2025

AI & Machine Learning

IonQ has completed the acquisition of Oxford Ionics, a UK-based trapped-ion quantum systems company, to accelerate its technology roadmap and expand its presence in the United Kingdom and Europe. The deal adds Oxford Ionics' patented ion trap technology and engineering team to IonQ's hardware and software stack to help develop higher-fidelity, scalable quantum systems.

QOMPLX Acquires Sentar, Inc.

March 10, 2021

Cybersecurity

QOMPLX has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Sentar, Inc., a cyber-intelligence and systems engineering firm serving the national security sector. The deal will combine Sentar's government-focused services and contracts with QOMPLX's cloud-native risk analytics and software capabilities to expand cybersecurity, analytics, and operations offerings for government customers.

GapSat Acquires QBX Limited

January 16, 2023

Telecommunications

GapSat Development Group Limited acquired Isle of Man–based QBX Limited to obtain a portfolio of satellite radio frequency spectrum filings and related intellectual property. The acquisition positions GapSat to accelerate development of a geostationary satellite constellation and expand capability to serve aero-mobility and marine connectivity markets.