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Rigetti Computing’s 1300% Surge Comes With a Catch

Rick Orford Written by: Rick Orford
Mike Reyes Edited by: Mike Reyes
Last Updated February 18, 2026
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Rigetti Computing (NASDAQ: RGTI) has surged more than 1,300%, yet revenue remains tiny and losses are mounting. I break down what the company has actually built, the real financial risks, and what must happen for quantum relevance by 2030.

Stock prices used were the market prices of Feb. 9, 2026. The video was published on Feb. 17, 2026. On the date of publication, Rick Orford did not have (either directly or indirectly) positions in any of the securities mentioned in this video.

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