IonQ Makes Unexpected Move Beyond Quantum

IonQ's Skyloom unit has deployed dozens of additional optical communications terminals for a major U.S. defense satellite network, marking a shift from development to repeated operational use of space-based communications technology. IonQ now operates 84 terminals on orbit and reported strong revenue growth, though profitability challenges remain.

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