On November 24, 2025, IonQ, a leading quantum company, appointed Dr. Marco Pistoia, Ph.D., as Chief Executive Officer of IonQ Italia S.r.l., a wholly owned subsidiary established to spearhead strategic quantum initiatives across Italy. Dr. Pistoia will lead the expansion of IonQ’s full-stack quantum platform—spanning quantum computing, networking, sensing, and security—for Italian enterprises, research institutions, and government partners. This appointment signifies IonQ’s commitment to establishing Italy as a European leader in quantum innovation and contributing to the global quantum landscape through advancements in industrial competitiveness and national security.
IonQ Italia CEO Appointment and Strategic Goals
On November 24, 2025, IonQ appointed Dr. Marco Pistoia as CEO of IonQ Italia S.r.l. to spearhead strategic quantum initiatives across Italy. This reflects IonQ’s commitment to establishing Italy as a European leader in quantum innovation and expanding access to its advanced quantum systems for enterprises, research institutions, and government partners. Dr. Pistoia will report directly to IonQ’s Chairman and CEO, Niccolò de Masi, while continuing to lead IonQ’s Special Projects group.
IonQ Italia’s focus will extend beyond computing to encompass quantum networking, security, and sensing—building a foundation for a secure and technologically sovereign future. The company aims to contribute to job creation and align with national and EU quantum strategies. IonQ intends to deliver a quantum computer with 2 million qubits by 2030, accelerating innovation in fields like drug discovery, finance, and cybersecurity.
Dr. Pistoia brings extensive experience, including serving as Head of Global Technology Applied Research at JPMorgan Chase and a Distinguished Research Staff Member at IBM. Recognized as one of the top 250 American inventors in 2022, he holds over 650 patents and authored 200+ scientific publications. IonQ’s systems, like IonQ Forte and IonQ Forte Enterprise, have demonstrated 20x performance results and achieved 99.99% two-qubit gate fidelity in 2025.
Expanding Quantum Solutions Across Key Sectors
IonQ is expanding its quantum solutions with the appointment of Dr. Marco Pistoia as CEO of IonQ Italia. This strategic move aims to establish Italy as a key player in the global quantum landscape, focusing on sectors like finance, energy, aerospace, and pharmaceuticals. Dr. Pistoia will lead efforts to increase access to IonQ’s advanced quantum systems for Italian enterprises, research institutions, and government partners, driving innovation and bolstering Italy’s quantum future.
IonQ’s expansion isn’t limited to computing; the company is also developing solutions in quantum networking, security, and sensing. Dr. Pistoia is tasked with introducing this full spectrum of quantum technologies to Italy, laying the groundwork for a more secure and technologically advanced future. IonQ’s systems, including IonQ Forte and IonQ Forte Enterprise, have already demonstrated 20x performance results, and the company aims to deliver a 2 million qubit computer by 2030.
The company highlights a recent achievement of 99.99% two-qubit gate fidelity in 2025, demonstrating leadership in quantum computing performance. IonQ’s global operations span multiple countries including the United States, United Kingdom, and South Korea. Recognition through lists like Fortune Future 50 and Forbes’ Most Successful Mid-Cap Companies further underscores its rapid growth and innovative technology, making quantum solutions more accessible through major cloud providers.
IonQ’s Technological Advancements and Performance
IonQ delivers solutions utilizing a full-stack quantum platform encompassing computing, networking, sensing, and security. Recent advancements include the IonQ Forte and IonQ Forte Enterprise systems, which have demonstrated 20x performance results for customers like Amazon Web Services, AstraZeneca, and NVIDIA. Notably, the company achieved a world record of 99.99% two-qubit gate fidelity in 2025, highlighting significant progress in quantum computing performance and reliability.
IonQ is focused on scaling its technology with a goal to deliver a 2 million qubit quantum computer by 2030. This ambitious roadmap is intended to accelerate innovation across multiple sectors including drug discovery, materials science, finance, logistics, cybersecurity, and defense. Beyond computing power, IonQ’s advancements in quantum networking also position it as a leader in building the foundation for a future quantum internet.
The company’s innovative technology and rapid growth have garnered recognition from publications like Fortune, Newsweek, and Forbes. IonQ currently operates in multiple locations globally, including the United States, United Kingdom, South Korea, and Sweden. Access to IonQ’s quantum solutions is available through major cloud providers, increasing its accessibility and potential impact across various industries.
Global Expansion and Future Quantum Roadmap
IonQ is strategically expanding its global presence with the appointment of Dr. Marco Pistoia as CEO of IonQ Italia. This move signifies a commitment to establishing Italy as a European leader in quantum innovation and a key pillar in IonQ’s overall global platform strategy. Dr. Pistoia will focus on expanding access to IonQ’s advanced quantum systems for Italian enterprises, research institutions, and government partners, driving innovation in sectors like finance, energy, and defense.
IonQ Italia’s efforts will contribute to IonQ’s accelerated growth, fueled by increasing demand for its quantum systems in both commercial and national infrastructure applications. The company plans to support job creation and high-impact innovation aligned with both national and EU quantum strategies. Beyond computing, IonQ intends to introduce its full range of quantum solutions – including networking, security, and sensing – to build a more secure and technologically sovereign future for Italy.
Looking ahead, IonQ aims to deliver the world’s most powerful quantum computers, with a goal of 2 million qubits by 2030. This advancement builds on recent achievements, including 99.99% two-qubit gate fidelity attained in 2025, and systems like IonQ Forte and IonQ Forte Enterprise, which have demonstrated 20x performance results for partners like Amazon Web Services, AstraZeneca, and NVIDIA.
Italy is a strategic pillar in IonQ’s global platform strategy, and Dr. Pistoia’s appointment reflects our unwavering commitment to establishing the country as a European leader in quantum innovation.
Niccolò de Masi
