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Rigetti Computing (RGTI) Gains 63% Following $2B Quantum Funding Plan

Published on 5/22/2026

Rigetti Computing (RGTI) Gains 63% Following $2B Quantum Funding Plan

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Rigetti Computing (RGTI) is among nine quantum computing companies set to receive a total of $2 billion from the Trump Administration, confirmed by the U.S. Department of Commerce. Following the announcement, Rigetti shares surged 18% on Friday morning, increasing by 63% over three days. While Rigetti is scheduled to receive $100 million, the company has annual losses exceeding $80 million, raising questions about its financial stability post-funding. The funding aims to advance technologies necessary for quantum computer development, contributing to national security and U.S. leadership in the sector.