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IonQ and General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT) Partner to Develop Quantum Solutions for Customers in the U.S.

1. IonQ partners with GDIT for quantum computing solutions. 2. Collaboration aims to address government sector challenges using quantum technology. 3. IonQ's recent contracts signify growth in federal quantum computing market. 4. IonQ expected to improve government service efficiency with innovative solutions. 5. Previous partnerships indicate strong market position and development capabilities.

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Why Bullish?

The partnership with GDIT enhances IonQ's position in government contracts, likely boosting investor confidence.

How important is it?

The partnership signals a significant opportunity for ionQ to expand its federal reach and revenue.

Why Long Term?

Strategic collaborations like this can yield substantial growth over time, enhancing market share.

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COLLEGE PARK, Md.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--IonQ (NYSE: IONQ), a leader in the quantum computing and networking industry, and General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT), a business unit of General Dynamics, announced a partnership to bring the power of quantum computing to government and defense sectors. IonQ and GDIT are partnering to combine GDIT’s deep technical and government agency mission expertise with IonQ’s pioneering quantum technology. Together, the companies will co-develop and market advanced quantum processing and networking applications to address high-impact use cases, including quantum AI extensions, resource optimization, and anomaly detection. This collaboration aims to deliver transformative capabilities for federal, and state governments, meeting critical challenges with cutting-edge solutions. “Quantum computing represents a transformative opportunity for our government clients to solve previously impossible challenges,” said Ben Gianni, senior vice president and chief technology office at GDIT. “This expanded partnership will enable us to harness the next generation of computational power to deliver innovative solutions that address critical mission needs.” “By partnering with GDIT, we will accelerate quantum computing adoption in the government, continuing IonQ’s consistent market growth,” said Rima Alameddine, IonQ’s Chief Revenue Officer. “This collaboration marks a significant step in delivering quantum solutions that address critical challenges faced by government agencies. It allows us to leverage our combined capabilities to introduce quantum computing to government and defense sectors, supporting high-priority projects. We are excited to work closely with and learn from the experts at GDIT.” Earlier this year, IonQ and GDIT partnered with a major intelligence agency to advance its quantum readiness. The two companies leveraged quantum and AI technologies to enhance the agency’s data analysis and mission capabilities. Today’s news builds on IonQ’s ongoing work in the federal sector, advancing its efforts to integrate quantum networks into future operations. Most recently, IonQ announced a new $54.5 million contract with existing customer U.S. Air Force Research Lab (AFRL), which marked the largest 2024 quantum contract award in the U.S. IonQ also won a $5.7 million contract for a first-of-its-kind, multi-node, blind quantum computing system initiative for the Applied Research Laboratory for Intelligence and Security (ARLIS). To learn more about IonQ and its latest system news and business developments, visit https://ionq.com. To learn more about GDIT and its latest announcements, visit www.gdit.com. *Gartner Forecasts Worldwide Government IT Spending to Grow 8% in 2023 About IonQ IonQ, Inc. is a leader in the quantum computing and networking industries, delivering high-performance systems aimed at solving the world’s largest and most complex commercial and research use cases. IonQ’s current generation quantum computers, IonQ Forte and IonQ Forte Enterprise, are the latest in a line of cutting-edge systems, boasting 36 algorithmic qubits. The company’s innovative technology and rapid growth were recognized in Newsweek’s 2025 Excellence Index 1000, Forbes’ 2025 Most Successful Mid-Cap Companies list, and Built In’s 2025 100 Best Midsize Places to Work in Washington DC and Seattle, respectively. Available through all major cloud providers, IonQ is making quantum computing more accessible and impactful than ever before. Learn more at IonQ.com. IonQ Forward-Looking Statements This press release contains certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Some of the forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of forward-looking words. Statements that are not historical in nature, including the words "accelerate," “advancing,” “aims,” “delivering,” “ongoing,” “will,” and other similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements. These statements include those related to IonQ’s quantum computing capabilities and plans, the efficacy of quantum processing, applications, and algorithms run on IonQ’s quantum computers, and the ability to develop and implement quantum processing and networking applications, AI extensions, resource optimization, and anomaly detection. Forward-looking statements are predictions, projections and other statements about future events that are based on current expectations and assumptions and, as a result, are subject to risks and uncertainties. Many factors could cause actual future events to differ materially from the forward-looking statements in this press release, including but not limited to: changes in laws and regulations affecting IonQ’s offerings, and IonQ’s ability to implement its technical roadmap including developing and marketing advanced quantum processing and networking applications. You should carefully consider the foregoing factors and the other risks and uncertainties disclosed in the Company’s filings, including but not limited to those described in the “Risk Factors” section of IonQ’s most recent Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q and other documents filed by IonQ from time to time with the Securities and Exchange Commission. These filings identify and address other important risks and uncertainties that could cause actual events and results to differ materially from those contained in the forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made. Readers are cautioned not to put undue reliance on forward-looking statements, and IonQ assumes no obligation and does not intend to update or revise these forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise. IonQ does not give any assurance that it will achieve its expectations. IonQ may or may not choose to practice or otherwise use the inventions described in the issued patents in the future.

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