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D-Wave Quantum Inc. (QBTS) filed an 8-K current report with the SEC on August 17, 2026 reporting Item 5.02 (Departure/Election of Directors or Officers), Item EX-99.1 (Exhibit EX-99.1). Kevan P. Krysler appointed independent Class I director through 2029 Annual Meeting.
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Item 5.02 · Departure/Election of Directors or Officers
- Kevan P. Krysler appointed independent Class I director through 2029 Annual Meeting
- Audit Committee appointment adds public-company finance, accounting, and technology expertise
- Current CFO of Carbon Robotics; previously CFO of Everpure and senior finance executive at VMware
- Compensation aligned with other non-employee directors
- No reportable related-party transactions, selection arrangements, or family relationships disclosed
Item EX-99.1 · Exhibit EX-99.1
- Kevan P. Krysler appointed to D-Wave’s Board and Audit Committee
- Finance executive brings public-company reporting, capital allocation and risk-management expertise
- Current CFO of Carbon Robotics; former CFO of Everpure and VMware finance executive
- Appointment strengthens governance and financial oversight during D-Wave’s stated growth phase
- Strategic benefit remains qualitative, with no compensation or ownership terms disclosed
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