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Fast Facts : Maryland ’ s Capital of Quantum project
As proposed , the Capital of Quantum project aims to fuel the growing quantum economy of the US capitol region , provide access to IonQ ’ s cutting-edge quantum technology and dramatically strengthen Maryland ’ s workforce with new quantum-focused jobs .
The initiative was announced during an event at IonQ headquarters in College Park where Gov . Moore shared his economic growth agenda for the 2025 legislative session .
Subject to available incentives and the enactment of the Governor ’ s FY 2026 budget , IonQ announced it will do the following :
• Build a state-of-the-art new quantum intelligence campus based at the University of Maryland at College Park
• Grow its corporate headquarters into a 100,000 square feet facility with data center , laboratories , and office space within the Discovery District at the University of Maryland .
• Double its corporate headquarters workforce to at least 250 people in the Maryland region over the next five years .
The Capital of Quantum project , once approved by legislature and documented between the parties , is expected to create high paying and skilled jobs in diverse fields such as construction , software and hardware engineering , operations , applied physics , networking and more . healthcare ,” said Gov . Moore . “ With our wealth of talent , federal partners and the world-class research universities here in Maryland , we have both the opportunity and the responsibility to seize this moment and become the world ’ s leading hub for quantum innovation .”
The $ 1 billion Capital of Quantum initiative focuses on expanding the availability of quantum computing and networking to academia , industries , government and researchers to solve some of the world ’ s most challenging problems . Subject to State of Maryland budget approval and agreement between the parties , IonQ will become the anchor partner to this initiative delivering on Gov . Moore ’ s vision and will be joined on the quantum intelligence campus by leading researchers from the top quantum initiatives throughout the US government .
“ We are deeply grateful to Governor Moore for his visionary investment in building a brighter future for Maryland ’ s economy ,” said University of Maryland President Darryll J . Pines . “ He recognizes the immense potential of quantum technology and the possibilities we can unlock if we work together to position our region as the global Capital of Quantum . We look forward to collaborating with the Governor ’ s office and regional partners to ensure that this investment yields lasting benefits for all Marylanders .”
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