Core Insights - NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang expressed optimism about the quantum computing industry, stating it is reaching an inflection point and can address real-world issues soon [2][4] - Huang's positive outlook has led to a surge in quantum computing stocks, including D-Wave Quantum and IonQ, as well as the Defiance Quantum ETF [6][8] Industry Overview - Quantum computing is an emerging field leveraging quantum mechanics for efficient problem-solving, with a projected market growth of $2 trillion by 2035, primarily driven by applications in pharmaceuticals and material science [5] - The quantum computing sector has seen significant stock performance this year, with the Defiance Quantum ETF rising 9.9%, outperforming the S&P 500's 1.1% gain [6] Company Highlights - D-Wave Quantum reported a remarkable 509% year-over-year revenue growth, reaching $15 million in the first quarter, and ended the quarter with $304.3 million in cash [10][8] - IonQ achieved revenues of $7.6 million in the first quarter and expects revenues between $75 million and $95 million by 2025, following strategic acquisitions [12][8] - Both D-Wave Quantum and IonQ are recognized for their growth potential, with expected earnings growth rates of 72% and 69.9% respectively for the current year [13]