This is what's happening on Wednesday, as quantum computing investors cheer some kind words from Microsoft's strategic missions and technologies chief, Mitra Azizirad, who last night urged quantum investors to get ready, because "we are right on the cusp of seeing quantum computers solve meaningful problems and capture new business value."

Microsoft (MSFT) exec Mitra Azizirad wrote in a blog post on Tuesday, Jan. 14 that “We are at the advent of the reliable quantum computing era. And we are right on the cusp of seeing quantum computers solve meaningful problems and capture new business value.

D-Wave Quantum Inc. (NYSE: QBTS) is a pioneering company in the rapidly evolving quantum computing sector. D-Wave has recently seen its stock experience a rebound after a decline. This resurgence is attracting the attention of investors,