Nvidia Unveils Open-Source Quantum AI Models, Extends 10-Day Stock Rally
Nvidia’s shares extended gains for a 10th session as it unveiled the first open-source AI models built specifically for quantum computing, forecasting the $11 billion quantum market by 2030. The announcement triggered 8–30% jumps in Asian quantum stocks and 2–20% gains among U.S. peers IonQ, D-Wave and Rigetti.
1. Nvidia Launches Open-Source AI Models for Quantum Computing
Nvidia rolled out its first family of open-source AI models built specifically to accelerate quantum computing development, marking a strategic expansion beyond conventional AI workloads. The models are designed to enable researchers and partners to integrate AI-driven optimization into quantum algorithms, with access free from proprietary restrictions.
2. Global Quantum Stock Rally
Markets reacted swiftly across Asia and the U.S. In South Korea, Axgate and ICTK hit their 30% daily trading limit, while China’s GuoChuang Software and QuantumCTek climbed at least 8%, and Japan’s Fixstars saw similar gains. In U.S. premarket trading, IonQ jumped 20%, D-Wave Quantum rose 5.8%, Rigetti Computing added 2% and Xanadu Quantum Technologies gained 4%.
3. Nvidia’s Stock Extends Rally
Nvidia’s share price rose for a 10th consecutive session, underpinned by sustained AI demand and heightened investor optimism that its quantum-focused AI models will open new revenue streams. The rally underscores growing confidence in Nvidia’s ability to lead multiple emerging computing markets.
4. Quantum Market Growth Forecast
Nvidia projects the quantum computing market will exceed $11 billion by 2030, driven by broader industry adoption of AI-enhanced quantum tools. Several key partners are already deploying the new models, signaling accelerated progress toward practical quantum applications.