
Next in line for a U.S. government stake: IonQ among traders’ bets
The U.S. government has taken equity stakes in nine private companies, including IBM, part of a broader push to diversify government holdings in tech. Traders on Kalshi are betting IonQ (32% odds) could be the next stake recipient, with Anduril Industries at 31% and Micron Technology at 28%. IonQ isn’t on the initial list but its stock jumped after the news, Anduril recently valued at about $61B after a new funding round, and Micron shares rose sharply in 2026 due to AI-driven memory demand. Stakes are only confirmed by an official announcement or verified disclosure.







