Quantum Computing Inc. (QUBT) saw its stock soar 5.07% in pre-market trading on Tuesday, as the rally in quantum computing stocks extended for a second day. The surge comes amid growing investor interest in the quantum computing sector, fueled by recent industry developments.

The upward momentum in quantum computing stocks began on Monday, with several companies in the sector posting significant gains. Arqit Quantum rose 31%, Quantum Corp climbed 25%, and Sealsq jumped 20% in the previous session. The rally appears to be continuing into Tuesday, with QUBT joining other quantum computing stocks in pre-market gains.

The sector-wide boost is largely attributed to reports that Nvidia, a major player in the tech industry, is in advanced negotiations to invest in PsiQuantum, a quantum computing startup. This potential move by Nvidia has sparked renewed interest in quantum computing technologies and their future prospects, driving up stock prices across the board.

As the quantum computing industry gains traction, investors seem to be positioning themselves for potential growth opportunities. While the technology is still in its early stages, the involvement of major tech companies like Nvidia could accelerate development and adoption, potentially leading to significant advancements in various fields such as cryptography, drug discovery, and complex problem-solving.