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.
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