Rigetti Computing partners with C-DAC for hybrid quantum computing development.

Rigetti Computing has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) to co-develop hybrid quantum computing systems. The collaboration aims to support government labs and academics in quantum computing research. Rigetti's expertise in superconducting quantum computing systems will be combined with C-DAC's experience in high-performance computing solutions to create powerful and practical hybrid computing systems.

Rigetti Computing (NASDAQ: RGTI) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with India's Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) to explore the co-development of hybrid quantum computing systems. This collaboration aims to support government laboratories and academics in quantum computing research and development (R&D).

The partnership leverages Rigetti's expertise in superconducting quantum computing systems, which are known for their fast gate speeds and scalability. Rigetti's technology features superconducting qubits that are 1,000 times faster than alternative qubit modalities. The company recently demonstrated Cepheus™-1-36Q, the industry's largest multi-chip quantum computer, with plans to scale to 100+ qubits by the end of 2025.

C-DAC, an autonomous scientific society under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India, brings its renowned leadership in high-performance computing (HPC) solutions to the table. The collaboration aligns with India's ChipIN initiative, which focuses on strengthening domestic semiconductor design capabilities.

The MOU will see Rigetti and C-DAC collaborate on the design and development of hybrid quantum computing systems and related technologies. They also plan to explore use case and application workflow development leveraging hybrid computing infrastructure and participate in workforce development activities.

The quantum computing market is largely funded by government initiatives. In 2024, governments worldwide announced a total of $1.8B in quantum computing investments, accounting for 66% of total investments. Early 2025 investments are already exceeding $10B [1].

Rigetti, a pioneer in full-stack quantum computing, has operated quantum computers over the cloud since 2017 and serves global enterprise, government, and research clients through its Rigetti Quantum Cloud Services platform. The company has developed the industry’s first multi-chip quantum processor for scalable quantum computing systems.

C-DAC is actively engaged in several nationally significant projects in quantum technologies, including the development of quantum accelerators, a national quantum computing reference facility, and advancements in quantum communication. The partnership with Rigetti presents an opportunity for C-DAC to co-develop advanced cryogenic electronics under the ChipIN program.

The collaboration is expected to drive innovation in electronics and information technology, particularly in quantum and hybrid computing, contributing meaningfully to India's technological progress.

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[1] https://www.stocktitan.net/news/RGTI/rigetti-and-india-s-centre-for-development-of-advanced-computing-v5z5t7rjdwfs.html