[Form 4] D-Wave Quantum Inc. Insider Trading Activity
John M. Markovich, Chief Financial Officer and Director of D-Wave Quantum Inc. (QBTS), reported insider transactions on Form 4. On 09/05/2025 he executed transactions coded M that resulted in the acquisition of 40,758 shares of common stock at a price of $0.92 per share. After the reported activity he beneficially owns 1,599,511 shares of common stock, which explicitly includes 812,837 unvested restricted stock units. The filing also discloses derivative holdings: a $0.92 stock option reflecting 40,758 underlying shares (857,926 options shown as beneficially owned) and a $0.846 option for 120,826 shares that is exercisable as of grant. The Form 4 is signed 09/09/2025.
- Insider acquisition disclosed: CFO acquired 40,758 shares at $0.92, increasing direct holdings.
- Transparent disclosure of equity compensation: Filing details 812,837 unvested RSUs and option positions, aiding investor visibility into potential dilution.
- None.
Insights
TL;DR: Insider exercise increased CFO's direct stake by 40,758 shares at $0.92, raising total beneficial ownership to 1.60 million shares.
The transaction code M indicates a conversion or exercise-related trade, and the filing shows the CFO acquired 40,758 shares at $0.92 each on 09/05/2025. Beneficial ownership after the transaction is reported as 1,599,511 shares, including 812,837 unvested RSUs. Material for investors because it updates insider holdings and option positions: the filing lists substantial option-based interests (857,926 and 120,826 underlying shares) that affect potential future dilution. All figures are taken directly from the Form 4; no valuation or forward-looking interpretation is provided.
TL;DR: CFO’s exercise and holding disclosures increase transparency on executive compensation and potential dilution from options and RSUs.
The Form 4 cleanly documents an option-related acquisition and the composition of beneficial ownership, including a large number of unvested restricted stock units (812,837 RSUs). The filing confirms exercisable option positions and a new direct holding of 40,758 shares. This disclosure fulfills Section 16 reporting requirements and provides shareholders factual detail on the CFO’s equity incentives and voting exposure. The filing is procedural and contains no statements about changes in corporate governance or material corporate actions beyond the reported transactions.