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Oxford Ionics

Trapped-ion quantum computer developer

oxionics.com

Headquarters: Kidlington, Oxford , United Kingdom
Founded year: 2019
Company type: Private company
Number of employees: 100–200
Industry: Computer Hardware

Last updated September 21

Latest news about Oxford Ionics

In short: Oxford Ionics was acquired by IonQ for $1.075 billion and set a 99.99% two-qubit fidelity record.

Company announcements

May 11 Oxford Ionics

Oxford Ionics is joining IonQ

Future updates will be shared via IonQ's page.

December 9, 2025 Oxford Ionics

Oxford Ionics hires Device Operations Director

The role leads the team producing and testing Quantum Processor Units. It targets proven technical leaders in early-stage product development, packaging, and fabrication.

September 17, 2025 Oxford Ionics

Oxford Ionics joins IonQ via acquisition

The transaction bolsters IonQ’s UK presence and integrates Oxford Ionics’ patented trapped‑ion technology to accelerate development of high‑fidelity, semiconductor‑manufactured quantum systems.

June 9, 2025 Oxford Ionics

Oxford Ionics agreed to be acquired by IonQ

The transaction is valued at $1.075 billion and aims to combine chip-based ion-trap tech with IonQ systems to scale quantum computers and grow UK R&D.

Media coverage

September 21 N24 Türkiye

UK Quantum Computing Startups Secure Record Funding

Oxford Ionics: In September 2025, US-based quantum processor manufacturer IonQ acquired Oxford Ionics for $1.075 billion.

September 12, 2025 The Globe and Mail

IonQ Completes Acquisition of Oxford Ionics

IonQ ( (IONQ)) has issued an update. On September 16, 2025, IonQ completed the acquisition of Oxford Ionics, a UK-based quantum computing firm, enhancing its...

June 10, 2025 Photonics Media

IonQ agrees $1bn takeover of Oxford Ionics | Insider Media

Oxford Ionics founders Chris Ballance (left) and Tom Harty (right) at the opening of the firm's new HQ this March (image credit: Oxford Ionics) Two...

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