IonQ, a leader in the quantum computing and networking industries, has announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Vector Atomic, a pioneer in advanced quantum sensors for positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT) applications. Vector Atomic has secured $200M+ in government contracts and delivers critical U.S. federal and national security applications. The all-stock transaction is anticipated to accelerate IonQ’s entry into the quantum sensing market and strengthen its full-stack quantum platform. All 76 of Vector Atomic’s employees will join IonQ, adding to the company’s world-class quantum talent pool. “Together, we will accelerate the commercialization of quantum sensing technologies and enhance quantum computing and networking capabilities.”The acquisition aligns with IonQ’s strategic focus on government, defense, and quantum networking applications.