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IonQ, Inc., a leading commercial quantum computing and networking company, announced on May 6, 2025, the completion of its acquisition of a controlling stake in Geneva-based ID Quantique SA, a global leader in quantum-safe networking and quantum detection systems, from SK Telecom, the largest wireless telecommunications operator in South Korea.
This strategic step strengthens IonQ’s leadership in end-to-end quantum solutions and expands its global footprint in secure communications. Homburger advised IonQ as Swiss counsel on the transactions.
The Homburger team included David Oser and Anna Peter (co-lead) (both Corporate / M&A), Margrit Marti, Héloïse de Jamblinne, Thomas Romelli, Erik Habich and Leander Etter (all Corporate / M&A), Joel Fink (IP / IT), Laetitia Fracheboud (Tax) and Jeremy Reichlin (Employment).
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