The quantum computing partnership has the potential to expand IonQ’s reach globally across multiple industries. Softbank Vision Fund 2 will invest in IonQ, but terms weren’t disclosed. For IonQ, the endorsement and connections from Softbank will come in handy. IonQ plans to become a publicly traded company via a merger with special purpose acquisition company dMY Technology Group, Inc. III.

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IonQ CEO Peter Chapman said the Softbank partnership will allow the company to put its systems “in the hands of entrepreneurs, builders and problem-solvers around the world.” More:

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