Description of Business |
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| Description of Business | 1. DESCRIPTION OF BUSINESS IonQ, Inc. (“IonQ” or the “Company”) is a quantum platform company delivering quantum solutions via quantum computing, networking, sensing, and security to solve some of the world’s most complex problems, and transform business, society, and the planet for the better. To operate these quantum products, the Company has developed custom hardware, custom firmware, and an operating system. The Company also offers satellite-based data capabilities and satellite solutions intended to enable quantum-secure global communications through combining our satellite platform with our quantum sensing products. The Company pursues its business goals both through organic innovation and development, and targeted acquisitions of complementary businesses. For a discussion of the impact of recent acquisitions on our business and the benefits that we expect them to provide, refer to Note 3. |