D-Wave (QBTS) jumps as NVIDIA’s ‘Ising’ launch reignites quantum-stock momentum
D-Wave Quantum shares are rising as the broader quantum-computing group extends a momentum rally sparked by NVIDIA’s April 14 launch of “Ising,” an open-source set of quantum AI models. The move is being amplified by speculative positioning and renewed focus on D-Wave’s recent FY2025 results and 2026 growth narrative.
1) What’s moving QBTS today
D-Wave Quantum (QBTS) is trading sharply higher in a risk-on burst across publicly traded quantum names. The day’s action looks primarily sector-driven, with investors treating recent quantum-related AI tooling and ecosystem announcements as a fresh catalyst for the theme rather than reacting to a single new company filing or earnings release from D-Wave today. (tipranks.com)
2) The catalyst: NVIDIA’s ‘Ising’ sparks a quantum-theme bid
Quantum stocks rallied around World Quantum Day after NVIDIA introduced “Ising,” described as a new open-source family of quantum AI models aimed at accelerating practical quantum computing workflows. That headline has helped reprice the whole group—pulling in momentum traders and thematic buyers—lifting multiple pure-play quantum tickers together. (tipranks.com)
3) Why D-Wave is participating: investors revisit recent fundamentals and 2026 narrative
Beyond the sector tape, D-Wave has had recent fundamental touchpoints that make it a natural beneficiary when the quantum theme heats up. The company’s latest fiscal-year update highlighted FY2025 revenue of $24.6 million (up 179% year over year) and pointed to major early-2026 bookings momentum and strategic expansion into gate-model systems via its Quantum Circuits acquisition—details investors are re-circulating as justification for paying up when sentiment turns positive. (ir.dwavequantum.com)
4) What to watch next
With the move appearing largely momentum- and theme-driven, near-term direction may hinge on whether the quantum group continues to see follow-through buying, plus any incremental updates on enterprise QCaaS traction, bookings, and integration progress from the Quantum Circuits deal. Traders will also watch for signs that options activity is heating up across quantum tickers, which can magnify daily swings in either direction. (tipranks.com)