The idea is to apply quantum mechanics laws to solve highly complex problems more easily than existing computers do. The industry has had a love-hate relationship with investors lately, but quantum-computer stocks took off when D-Wave Quantum (QBTS) said it had achieved a breakthrough.

D-Wave Quantum shares popped Wednesday, along with other quantum computing stocks, after the company claimed to achieve a breakthrough.

Shares of some quantum computing companies rallied on Thursday, adding to gains from the previous session and bucking the broader market's trend after D-Wave Quantum forecast stronger-than-expected quarterly revenue.