IonQ Expands into Italy,Appoints Dr. Marco Pistoia to Lead New Subsidiary
Table of Contents
The quantum computing leader is strategically positioning Italy as a key European hub for quantum innovation with the launch of IonQ Italia and the appointment of a seasoned technology executive.
Collage Park, MD – IonQ (NYSE: IONQ), a global leader in quantum technology, today announced the establishment of IonQ Italia Srl, a wholly-owned subsidiary, and the appointment of Dr. Marco Pistoia, Ph.D., as its Chief Executive Officer. This move underscores ionq’s commitment to expanding its global reach and fostering quantum innovation within Europe.
Italy: A Strategic Pillar for Quantum Growth
According to a company release, IonQ Italia will focus on positioning Italy as a dynamic center within the burgeoning global quantum landscape. Dr.Pistoia and his team will be responsible for broadening access to ionq’s advanced quantum systems for Italian businesses, research institutions, and government entities. The team’s core mission will be to drive innovation in quantum applications, contribute substantially to this growth by creating new employment opportunities and promoting high-impact innovation initiatives aligned with both national and european quantum strategies.
“I am deeply honored to help shape Italy’s quantum future thanks to ionq’s pioneering technologies,” said Dr. Marco Pistoia. “Thanks to IonQ’s world-class hardware and a rapidly expanding global ecosystem of partners, we have a historic opportunity to position Italy at the forefront of the quantum revolution, transforming industry, science and national innovation.” Dr. Pistoia further emphasized his commitment to introducing IonQ’s complete suite of quantum solutions to Italy, encompassing quantum computing, networking, security, and sensing, with the aim of building a more secure, smart, and technologically self-reliant future.
Dr. Pistoia’s Extensive Expertise
Dr. Pistoia will report directly to de Masi while continuing to lead IonQ’s Special Projects group globally. This group focuses on cutting-edge quantum initiatives, including quantum financial systems, quantum-safe communications, and the integration of Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) with satellite and network technologies.
Prior to joining IonQ, Dr. Pistoia served as Head of Global Technology Applied Research at JPMorgan Chase in New York, spearheading the company’s efforts in quantum computing and security. His career also includes over two decades at IBM’s Thomas J. Watson Research Center, where he held the positions of Distinguished Research Staff Member, Master Inventor, and head of the Quantum Algorithms and Applications group. A prolific inventor and scholar, Dr. Pistoia holds a doctorate in Mathematics from New York University,has authored over 200 scientific publications,and holds over 650 patents. In 2022,the United States Patent and Trademark Office recognized him as one of the top 250 American inventors.
IonQ’s Quantum Advancements and Future Roadmap
IonQ, Inc. is recognized as a leading quantum company dedicated to solving the world’s most complex challenges. The company’s latest generation of quantum computers, including IonQ Forte and IonQ Forte Enterprise, have demonstrated a 20-fold increase in performance for customers and partners such as Amazon Web Services, AstraZeneca, and NVIDIA.ionq achieved a record-breaking two-qubit gate fidelity of 99.99% in 2025, solidifying its position at the forefront of quantum computing performance.
The company is aggressively pursuing its technology roadmap, with plans to deliver quantum computers boasting 2 million qubits by 2030. This advancement is expected to accelerate innovation in fields like drug discovery, materials science, financial modeling, logistics, cybersecurity, and defence. IonQ’s progress in quantum networking further establishes its leadership in the development of the quantum internet.
IonQ maintains operations across multiple continents, including North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia, and has been recognized by Fortune Future 50, Newsweek’s 2025 Excellence Index 1000, and Forbes’ 2025 Most Accomplished Mid-cap Companies list. Available through all major cloud providers, IonQ is making quantum technology increasingly accessible and impactful. To learn more, visit IonQ.com.
.
