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Rigetti Computing Reports Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results; Announces General Availability of its 36-Qubit Multi-Chip Quantum Computer

1. Rigetti reported Q2 2025 revenues of $1.8 million, down from last year. 2. Financial losses totaled $39.7 million, including significant non-cash expenses. 3. Cepheus-1-36Q, their new quantum computer, achieved industry-leading error rates. 4. Rigetti secured $350 million to support operations and strategic growth. 5. Strong financial position enables Rigetti to innovate and scale up.

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The introduction of Cepheus-1-36Q positions Rigetti strongly in the quantum market, similar to how significant product advancements before have positively impacted other tech stocks by reassuring investors of their growth trajectory.

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The successful launch of more advanced quantum computing technology is a key differentiator in a competitive market, indicating ongoing innovation that investors value highly.

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The deployment of new technology and increased investment would likely take time to manifest in sustained revenues, potentially benefiting long-term valuation as operational improvements are realized.

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BERKELEY, Calif., Aug. 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rigetti Computing, Inc. (Nasdaq: RGTI) (“Rigetti” or the “Company”), a pioneer in full-stack quantum-classical computing, today announced its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2025. Second Quarter 2025 and Recent Financial Highlights Total revenues for the three months ended June 30, 2025 were $1.8 millionTotal operating expenses for the three months ended June 30, 2025 were $20.4 millionOperating loss for the three months ended June 30, 2025 was $19.9 millionNet loss for the three months ended June 30, 2025 was $39.7 millionNet loss for the three months ended June 30, 2025 includes $22.8 million of non-cash losses for the fair value change in the derivative warrant and earn-out liabilitiesAs of June 30, 2025 cash, cash equivalents and available-for-sale investments totaled $571.6 million “We continue to achieve our ambitious roadmap goals, most recently by demonstrating the industry’s largest multi-chip quantum computer with impressive performance. Our industry-leading proprietary chiplet approach to scaling and strong financial position makes us confident in hitting our end-of-year technology goals,” says Dr. Subodh Kulkarni, Rigetti CEO. Technology Update Rigetti’s Multi-Chip Quantum Computer, Cepheus™-1-36Q, the Industry’s Largest Multi-Chip Quantum Computer, is Released for General Availability and Deployed on the Rigetti Quantum Cloud Services Platform (QCS®), and will be Available on Microsoft Azure Thereafter With the general availability of Cepheus-1-36Q, Rigetti continues its recent improvements in performance, obtaining a 2x reduction in two-qubit gate error rate from its previous Ankaa™-3 system, and achieving a median two-qubit gate fidelity of 99.5%. Cepheus-1-36Q is the first multi-chip quantum computer in the industry to achieve this level of performance, and with four chips, contains the largest number of chiplets in a quantum computer. This further validates Rigetti’s approach to scaling its quantum computing systems. “I am extremely pleased with our momentum on the technology front. Just 6 months after our record performance with Ankaa-3, we’ve once again halved our error rates with Cepheus-1-36Q. We believe quadrupling our chiplet count and significantly decreasing error rates is the clear path towards quantum advantage and fault tolerance. We intend to continue this momentum with our 100+ qubit system planned for the end of the year,” says Dr. Kulkarni. "It's our view that superconducting qubits are the leading modality for quantum computers due to their ability to scale, and their ability to achieve gate speeds more than 1,000 times faster than other modalities like ion traps and pure atoms. Rigetti’s superconducting qubits leverage technologies, like chiplets, that have been maturing in the semiconductor industry for decades, enabling Rigetti to use well-established methods to scale to higher performance and qubit counts,” Dr. Kulkarni adds. Rigetti introduced the world’s first multi-chip quantum processor in 2021, achieving entanglement across interchiplet boundaries and paving the way for the recent introduction of the Company’s four-chiplet Cepheus-1-36Q. This legacy of technological advancement continues with the Cepheus-1 architecture and includes the following features that contribute to improved performance: Proprietary chiplet-based architecture: Transitioning from a monolithic chip to chiplets enables greater control over chip uniformity, which in turn improves performance. Leveraging chiplets also reduces manufacturing complexity and improves fabrication yield.Faster two-qubit gates: Optimized two-qubit gates enable faster gate times while reducing coherent errors, which improves fidelity and is important for executing quantum error correction techniques. These improvements enabled a 2x reduction in error rates.Enhanced intermodule coupler design: Advances in multi-layer chip and tunable coupler design enables higher performance. Rigetti expects to release its 100+ qubit chiplet-based system at 99.5% median two-qubit gate fidelity before the end of 2025. Business Update Strong Financial Position Following Completion of $350 Million Equity Raise During the second quarter of 2025, Rigetti completed the sales of $350 million gross proceeds of its common stock pursuant to its previously disclosed at-the-market equity offering program. As of June 30, 2025, Rigetti had approximately $571.6 million of cash, cash equivalents and available-for-sale investments with no debt, and is well positioned to support commercial scale-up of its superconducting gate-based quantum computers. Rigetti intends to use the proceeds from the offering primarily for working capital, capital expenditures and other general corporate purposes, and may also use a portion of the net proceeds to enter into strategic collaborations, acquisitions or partnerships in the future. Conference Call and Webcast Rigetti will host a conference call later today, August 12, 2025, at 5:00 pm ET, or 2:00 pm PT, to discuss its second quarter 2025 financial results. You can listen to a live audio webcast of the conference call at https://edge.media-server.com/mmc/p/8kvnrhub/ or the "Events & Presentations" section of the Company's Investor Relations website at https://investors.rigetti.com/. A replay of the conference call will be available at the same locations following the conclusion of the call for one year. To participate in the live call, you must register using the following link: https://register-conf.media-server.com/register/BIf27dc41c4e0f4111a2f9000900ce8dd6. Once registered, you will receive dial-in numbers and a unique PIN number. When you dial in, you will input your PIN and be routed into the call. If you register and forget your PIN, or lose the registration confirmation email, simply re-register to receive a new PIN. About Rigetti Rigetti is a pioneer in full-stack quantum computing. The Company has operated quantum computers over the cloud since 2017 and serves global enterprise, government, and research clients through its Rigetti Quantum Cloud Services platform. In 2021, Rigetti began selling on-premises quantum computing systems with qubit counts between 24 and 84 qubits, supporting national laboratories and quantum computing centers. Rigetti’s 9-qubit Novera QPU was introduced in 2023 supporting a broader R&D community with a high-performance, on-premises QPU designed to plug into a customer’s existing cryogenic and control systems. The Company’s proprietary quantum-classical infrastructure provides high-performance integration with public and private clouds for practical quantum computing. Rigetti has developed the industry’s first multi-chip quantum processor for scalable quantum computing systems. The Company designs and manufactures its chips in-house at Fab-1, the industry’s first dedicated and integrated quantum device manufacturing facility. Learn more at https://www.rigetti.com/. ContactsRigetti Computing Investor Contact:IR@Rigetti.com Rigetti Computing Media Contact:press@rigetti.com Cautionary Language Concerning Forward-Looking Statements Certain statements in this communication may be considered “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the federal securities laws, including statements with respect to the Company’s expectations with respect to its future success and performance, including confidence in hitting end-of-year technology goals; belief that quadrupling chiplet count and significantly decreasing error rates is the clear path towards quantum advantage and fault tolerance; views that superconducting qubits are the leading modality for quantum computers; intentions to continue momentum with a 100+ qubit system planned for the end of the year; expectations to release its 100+ qubit chiplet-based system at 99.5% median two-qubit gate fidelity before the end of 2025; intentions to use the proceeds from the offering primarily for working capital, capital expenditures and other general corporate purposes; possibility to use a portion of the net proceeds of the equity raise to enter into strategic collaborations, acquisitions or partnerships in the future; and the potential of the Company’s business and quantum computing generally. These forward-looking statements are based upon estimates and assumptions that, while considered reasonable by the Company and its management, are inherently uncertain. Factors that may cause actual results to differ materially from current expectations include, but are not limited to: the Company’s ability to achieve milestones, technological advancements, including with respect to its technology roadmap; the ability of the Company to obtain government contracts successfully and in a timely manner and the availability of government funding; the potential of quantum computing; the success of the Company’s partnerships and collaborations, including the strategic collaboration with Quanta; the Company’s ability to accelerate its development of multiple generations of quantum processors; the outcome of any legal proceedings that may be instituted against the Company or others; the ability to maintain relationships with customers and suppliers and attract and retain management and key employees; costs related to operating as a public company; changes in applicable laws or regulations; the possibility that the Company may be adversely affected by other economic, business, or competitive factors; the Company’s estimates of expenses and profitability; the evolution of the markets in which the Company competes; the ability of the Company to implement its strategic initiatives and expansion plans; the expected use of proceeds from the Company’s past and future financings or other capital; the sufficiency of the Company’s cash resources; unfavorable conditions in the Company’s industry, the global economy or global supply chain, including rising inflation and interest rates, deteriorating international trade relations, political turmoil, natural catastrophes, warfare and terrorist attacks; and other risks and uncertainties set forth in the section entitled “Risk Factors” and “Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements” in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024 and Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 30, 2025 and other documents filed by the Company from time to time with the Securities and Exchange Commission. These filings identify and address other important risks and uncertainties that could cause actual events and results to differ materially from those contained in the forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made. Readers are cautioned not to put undue reliance on forward-looking statements, and the Company assumes no obligation and does not intend to update or revise these forward-looking statements other than as required by applicable law. The Company does not give any assurance that it will achieve its expectations. RIGETTI COMPUTING, INC.CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS(in thousands, except number of shares and par value)(unaudited)   June 30, December 31,  2025  2024 Assets      Current assets:      Cash and cash equivalents $57,183  $67,674 Available-for-sale investments - short-term  368,556   124,420 Accounts receivable  1,753   2,427 Prepaid expenses  3,056   3,156 Other current assets  3,031   9,081 Total current assets  433,579   206,758 Available-for-sale investments - long-term  145,903   25,068 Property and equipment, net  48,869   44,643 Operating lease right-of-use assets  7,217   7,993 Other assets  1,122   325 Total assets $636,690  $284,787        Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity      Current liabilities:      Accounts payable $2,159  $1,590 Accrued expenses and other current liabilities  5,955   8,005 Current portion of deferred revenue  118   113 Current portion of operating lease liabilities  2,198   2,159 Total current liabilities  10,430   11,867 Deferred revenue, less current portion  698   698 Operating lease liabilities, less current portion  5,812   6,641 Derivative warrant liabilities  60,116   93,095 Earn-out liabilities  6,371   45,897 Total liabilities  83,427   158,198 Commitments and contingencies      Stockholders’ equity:      Preferred stock, par value $0.0001 per share, 10,000,000 shares authorized, none outstanding  —   — Common stock, par value $0.0001 per share, 1,000,000,000 shares authorized, 323,762,157 shares issued and outstanding at June 30, 2025 and 283,546,871 shares issued and outstanding at December 31, 2024  32   29 Additional paid-in capital  1,104,880   681,202 Accumulated other comprehensive income  133   105 Accumulated deficit  (551,782)  (554,747)Total stockholders’ equity  553,263   126,589 Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity $636,690  $284,787  RIGETTI COMPUTING, INC.CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS(in thousands, except per share data)(unaudited)           Three Months Ended June 30, Six Months Ended June 30,  2025 2024  2025  2024 Revenue $1,801  $3,086  $3,273  $6,138 Cost of revenue  1,235   1,096   2,265   2,648 Total gross profit  566   1,990   1,008   3,490 Operating expenses:            Research and development  13,522   11,870   28,977   23,341 Selling, general and administrative  6,926   6,205   13,545   12,819 Total operating expenses  20,448   18,075   42,522   36,160 Loss from operations  (19,882)  (16,085)  (41,514)  (32,670)Other income (expense), net            Interest expense  —   (969)  —   (2,076)Interest income  3,042   1,218   5,194   2,341 Change in fair value of derivative warrant liabilities  (20,557)  2,100   32,705   (483)Change in fair value of earn-out liabilities  (2,257)  1,315   6,580   (306)Total other income (expense), net  (19,772)  3,664   44,479   (524)Net income (loss) before provision for income taxes  (39,654)  (12,421)  2,965   (33,194)Provision for income taxes  —   —   —   — Net income (loss) $(39,654) $(12,421) $2,965  $(33,194)Net loss available to common stockholders used in diluted earnings per share $(39,654) $(12,421) $(1,398) $(33,194)Net income (loss) per share attributable to common stockholders – basic $(0.13) $(0.07) $0.01  $(0.21)Net loss per share attributable to common stockholders – diluted $(0.13) $(0.07) $0.00  $(0.21)Weighted average shares used to compute net income (loss) per share attributable to common stockholders – basic and diluted  298,254   171,903   291,514   161,705  RIGETTI COMPUTING INC.CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS(in thousands)(unaudited)     Six Months Ended June 30,  2025  2024 Cash flows from operating activities:      Net income (loss) $2,965  $(33,194)Adjustments to reconcile net income (loss) to net cash used in operating activities:      Depreciation and amortization  3,723   3,334 Stock-based compensation  7,728   6,278 Change in fair value of earn-out liabilities  (6,580)  306 Change in fair value of derivative warrant liabilities  (32,705)  483 Accretion of available-for-sale securities  (3,396)  (1,776)Amortization of debt issuance costs, commitment fees and accretion of final payment fees  —   547 Non-cash lease expense  776   784 Changes in operating assets and liabilities:      Accounts receivable  674   (203)Prepaid expenses, other current assets and other assets  (836)  (1,021)Deferred revenue  5   493 Accounts payable  618   (1,085)Accrued expenses and operating lease liabilities  (2,792)  (1,602)Net cash used in operating activities  (29,820)  (26,656)Cash flows from investing activities:      Purchases of property and equipment  (8,214)  (7,538)Purchases of available-for-sale securities  (438,518)  (75,995)Maturities of available-for-sale securities  77,000   76,500 Net cash used in investing activities  (369,732)  (7,033)Cash flows from financing activities:      Payments of principal of notes payable  —   (6,199)Proceeds from sale of common stock through Common Stock Purchase Agreement  —   12,838 Proceeds from sale of common stock through At-The-Market (ATM) Offerings  346,719   26,833 Proceeds from sale of common stock from Quanta private placement transaction  35,000   — Payments of offering costs  (798)  (447)Net proceeds from tax withholdings on sell-to-cover equity award transactions  6,272   — Proceeds from issuance of common stock upon exercise of stock options  1,443   68 Proceeds from issuance of common stock upon exercise of warrants  459   — Net cash provided by financing activities  389,095   33,093 Effects of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents  (34)  (112)Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents  (10,491)  (708)Cash and cash equivalents – beginning of period  67,674   21,392 Cash and cash equivalents – end of period $57,183  $20,684 Supplemental disclosures of other cash flow information:      Cash paid for interest $—  $1,504 Non-cash investing and financing activities:      Capitalization of deferred costs to equity upon share issuance  —   132 Purchases of property and equipment recorded in accounts payable  417   739 Purchases of property and equipment recorded in accrued expenses  11   849 Reclassification of earn-out liabilities to additional paid-in capital for vesting of Promote Sponsor Vesting Shares  32,946   — Reclassification of derivative liabilities to additional paid-in capital due to exercise of Public Warrants  274   — Purchases of offering costs in accounts payable  90   29 Unrealized gain/(loss) on short term investments  57   (16)          Photos accompanying this announcement are available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/8e24c40c-70f4-4cc2-aeb6-584582ba8f69 https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/aadd988e-27bc-427d-9b7a-9dac3b79acd5 Cepheus-1-36Q Rigetti’s Cepheus-1-36Q modular processor. Photo credit: Drew Bird Photography Cepheus-1-36Q processor assembly A single 9-qubit Rigetti chip being loaded into a mount for flip-chip bonding, the process used for ...

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