Rigetti Computing has made its 108-qubit Cepheus-1-108Q quantum computing system available to users through cloud platforms, including its own Quantum Cloud Services and Amazon Braket. This new system scales up the company's modular architecture, more than tripling the qubit count from its previous 36-qubit version. By deploying on Amazon Braket, Rigetti expands access to its quantum computing capabilities, marking a significant milestone in the development of cloud-based quantum services1. The increased qubit count enhances the system's processing power, bringing it closer to practical applications. As quantum computing advances, the need for migration to post-quantum cryptography (PQC) becomes more pressing, particularly with major players like Amazon involved. The release of the Cepheus-1-108Q system underscores the urgency of PQC planning, as the timeline for cryptographic migration narrows. This development matters to practitioners because it accelerates the transition to quantum-resistant cryptography, requiring immediate attention to ensure the long-term security of sensitive data.
Rigetti Releases 108-Qubit Cepheus-1-108Q System via Cloud Platforms
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Why This Matters
Quantum developments from Amazon narrow the timeline on cryptographic migration — PQC planning urgency increases.
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- Quantum Computing Report. (2026, April 8). Rigetti Releases 108-Qubit Cepheus-1-108Q System via Cloud Platforms. *Quantum Computing Report*. https://quantumcomputingreport.com/rigetti-releases-108-qubit-cepheus-1-108q-system-via-cloud-platforms/
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