
 WSJ Tech News Briefing TNB Tech Minute: Nvidia Hits $5 Trillion in Market Value
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 Oct 29, 2025  Katie Pizzolatto, Vice President of IBM Quantum Platform, shares her insights on the promising and unexplored applications of quantum computing, sparking excitement about its broad industry implications. The discussion also highlights NVIDIA becoming the first company to hit a $5 trillion valuation, fueled by significant AI partnerships with major corporations like OpenAI and Oracle. Additionally, Verizon reports mixed Q3 results amidst job cuts at Paramount, reflecting the shifting landscape in tech and media. 
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Quantum's Unknown But Promising Future
- Katie Pizzolatto expresses excitement about unknown future quantum computing applications.
 - She highlights near-term gains in drug development, materials discovery, and optimization across industries.
 
NVIDIA's Unprecedented AI-Fueled Valuation
- NVIDIA reached a $5 trillion market value, reflecting AI-driven investor enthusiasm.
 - Its valuation now exceeds entire S&P 500 sectors like utilities, industrials, and consumer staples.
 
Deals Drove NVIDIA's Momentum
- Investors are pricing NVIDIA for AI partnerships and deals with major firms like OpenAI, Oracle, Nokia, and Eli Lilly.
 - Market momentum stems from expectations of AI transforming corporate operations and deal flow.
 
