Maryland Governor Wes Moore

Moore administration advances $30 million for affordable housing, public safety, and economic growth in Maryland

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ANNAPOLIS, MD—The Maryland Board of Public Works, led by Gov. Wes Moore, on Wednesday approved over $30 million in strategic investments for community revitalization, public safety, and economic development across the state. The funding includes $24.3 million in grants for 25 community projects and a $6.1 million contract to support We Our Us, a Baltimore-based youth engagement organization. “We know […]

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Quantum Computer

What does IonQ’s record-breaking acquisition of Oxford Ionics mean for quantum computing?

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BALTIMORE, MD—On the 9th of June 2025, IonQ and Oxford Ionics announced that they had entered into a definitive agreement for IonQ to acquire Oxford Ionics in a transaction valued at US$1.075 billion, the largest deal of its kind seen in the quantum computing industry to date. The transaction will consist mostly of US$1.065 billion in IonQ shares (representing around […]

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Governor Moore announces new partnership with DARPA to unlock $100M in federal investment in Maryland’s quantum industry

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ANNAPOLIS, MD—In a move to solidify Maryland’s position as a leader in quantum information science, Governor Wes Moore has signed a memorandum of agreement with the U.S. Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA). The agreement establishes the “Capital of Quantum Benchmarking Hub,” a collaborative effort between state and federal entities to advance quantum research and development. The hub, physically located […]

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