Rigetti and C-DAC to co-develop hybrid quantum computing systems.

Rigetti Computing and India's Centre for Development of Advanced Computing have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to explore the co-development of hybrid quantum computing systems. This collaboration aims to support government laboratories and academics pursuing quantum computing R&D. The partnership will leverage Rigetti's expertise in superconducting quantum processors and C-DAC's experience in high-performance computing solutions.

Rigetti Computing (NASDAQ: RGTI) and India's Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to explore the co-development of hybrid quantum computing systems. This collaboration aims to support government laboratories and academics pursuing quantum computing research and development (R&D). The partnership leverages Rigetti's expertise in superconducting quantum processors and C-DAC's experience in high-performance computing solutions.

The MOU, announced on September 2, 2025, outlines a strategic collaboration to design and develop hybrid quantum computing systems, as well as explore use case and application workflow development leveraging hybrid computing infrastructure. The partnership also includes workforce development activities to foster a skilled workforce in quantum computing. Rigetti's quantum computing processors, which are powered by superconducting qubits, are ideal for hybrid systems due to their fast gate speeds and scalability. Superconducting qubits are more than 1,000 times faster than other qubit modalities, such as ion traps and pure atoms [1].

Rigetti's recent demonstration of the industry's largest multi-chip quantum computer, Cepheus™-1-36Q, showcases its commitment to scaling quantum computing systems. The company aims to scale to a 100+ qubit chiplet-based system by the end of 2025, supporting broader adoption of its flagship platform. This collaboration aligns with India's ChipIN initiative, which focuses on domestic semiconductor capabilities and supports the country's strategic advancements in emerging technologies.

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 been operating quantum computers over the cloud since 2017 and serves global enterprise, government, and research clients through its Rigetti Quantum Cloud Services platform. The company's proprietary quantum-classical infrastructure provides high-performance integration with public and private clouds for practical quantum computing.

C-DAC, an autonomous Scientific Society of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India, plays a pivotal role in shaping India's advanced computing landscape. The ChipIN Centre at C-DAC Bangalore serves as a national hub for the country's semiconductor design community, providing access to EDA tools, fabrication services, and virtual prototyping hardware labs.

This strategic partnership between Rigetti and C-DAC is poised to drive impactful advancements in electronics and IT, 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