Could IonQ Be the Next Palantir?

IonQ is one of the hottest stocks in the quantum computing industry.

May 16, 2025 - 23:26

One of the emerging pockets that's piquing interest in the artificial intelligence (AI) realm right now is quantum computing. While the technology is not widely used today, curious investors seem to have bought into the idea that quantum computing represents the next chapter in the AI narrative.

Among notable players fueling the quantum computing landscape is IonQ (NYSE: IONQ), which has witnessed a 275% rise in its share price over the last 12 months. I think that IonQ's rapid ascent echoes the rise of Palantir Technologies throughout the AI frenzy.

Could investing in IonQ today be like catching Palantir at the onset of the AI revolution? Read on to find out.