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IonQ CEO Niccolo De Masi has been appointed to the Commission on U.S. Quantum Primacy (CUSP), recently launched by the Special Competitive Studies Project (SCSP).
The bipartisan commission is set to develop a comprehensive national strategy aimed at ensuring U.S. leadership in quantum technology. IonQ expressed support for this initiative, viewing it as a critical step to fortify the nation's position in emerging quantum sectors. The move underscores growing government and industry collaboration to maintain technological competitiveness on a global scale.
The commission’s focus on advancing U.S. quantum capabilities aligns with recent momentum across both public and private sectors. IonQ’s continued push into commercial quantum applications was highlighted by its collaboration with the University of Cambridge to establish a Quantum Innovation Centre, fostering industry-academic synergies. Additionally, the company’s investment in developing a quantum-secured network spanning Europe underscores the expanding global competition shaping the technology’s future.