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IonQ Secures $7.5 Million Phase 2 AFRL Allocation to Expand Rome, NY Quantum Network with Free-Space Optics and Frequency Conversion

IonQ has received a $7.5 million Phase 2 allocation from the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) to expand its quantum networking in Rome, New York. This phase will focus on connecting different quantum computers using both fiber optics and open-air links. Key upgrades include free-space optics and frequency conversion to overcome signal loss and wavelength incompatibilities, enabling quantum communication in challenging environments. The post IonQ Secures $7.5 Million Phase 2 AFRL Allocation t

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IonQ Secures $7.5 Million Phase 2 AFRL Allocation to Expand Rome, NY Quantum Network with Free-Space Optics and Frequency Conversion
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