Rigetti Computing's COO Sells Over 9,000 Company Shares. What Does That Mean for Investors?

Rigetti Computing's COO David Rivas sold 9,038 shares (~$152,000) on August 20, 2026, to cover tax withholding obligations from RSU vesting. This non-discretionary sale does not indicate a change in investment thesis. Rivas retains 316,907 shares worth $5.1 million. Rigetti, a full-stack quantum computing company, reported Q2 revenue of $5.1 million (up from $1.8 million in 2025) and maintains a $5.7 billion market cap despite current net losses.