Quantum computing has been on the horizon for what feels like decades. But with the explosion of artificial intelligence (AI) over the past year or so, the quantum computing future could be upon us. In 2025, there are several stocks that could benefit. Some are big tech businesses; others are specialty start-ups focused on a particular niche.

Trapped-ion quantum computing leader IonQ (NYSE: IONQ) is emerging as a potential leader in the commercialization of quantum computing through its trapped-ion technology approach. Unlike traditional superconducting quantum competitors,

Monday's tech sector meltdown, triggered by DeepSeek's AI breakthrough, caused collateral damage to share prices in the quantum computing space. When Nvidia plunged by 17% on fears that future AI models might require far fewer premium chips to train and operate than expected,

IonQ ($IONQ) stock has soared 388.5% over the past year. The company is benefitting from its strong position in the quantum computing space. Its