Quantum Computing Inc. Reports Board & Executive Changes
Ticker: QUBT · Form: 8-K · Filed: Dec 17, 2025 · CIK: 1758009
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Company | Quantum Computing Inc. (QUBT) |
| Form Type | 8-K |
| Filed Date | Dec 17, 2025 |
| Risk Level | medium |
| Pages | 3 |
| Reading Time | 3 min |
| Key Dollar Amounts | $0.0001, $425,000 |
| Sentiment | neutral |
Sentiment: neutral
Topics: management-change, compensation, board-of-directors
TL;DR
Quantum Computing Inc. shook up its board and exec pay structure as of Dec 12, 2025.
AI Summary
Quantum Computing Inc. announced on December 12, 2025, changes related to its board of directors and executive compensation. The filing details the departure of certain officers and directors, the election of new directors, and adjustments to compensatory arrangements for key executives. Specific details on the individuals involved and the financial implications of these changes are outlined within the report.
Why It Matters
Changes in board composition and executive compensation can signal shifts in company strategy, leadership stability, and future financial performance.
Risk Assessment
Risk Level: medium — Changes in leadership and compensation can introduce uncertainty regarding future strategy and performance.
Key Numbers
- 2025-12-12 — Report Date (Date of the earliest event reported)
- 001-40615 — SEC File Number (Registrant's SEC file number)
Key Players & Entities
- Quantum Computing Inc. (company) — Registrant
- Delaware (jurisdiction) — State of incorporation
- Hoboken, NJ (location) — Principal executive offices address
FAQ
What specific roles have been affected by the departure of officers or directors?
The filing indicates the departure of certain officers and directors, but the specific roles are detailed within the full report.
Who are the newly elected directors?
The election of new directors is noted, with their identities and backgrounds provided in the full filing.
What are the key changes in compensatory arrangements for officers?
The report addresses compensatory arrangements for certain officers, with specific details available in the document.
What is the exact date of the earliest event reported in this 8-K?
The earliest event reported is dated December 12, 2025.
Where are Quantum Computing Inc.'s principal executive offices located?
The principal executive offices are located at 5 Marine View Plaza, Suite 214, Hoboken, NJ 07030.
Filing Stats: 812 words · 3 min read · ~3 pages · Grade level 11 · Accepted 2025-12-16 20:59:46
Key Financial Figures
- $0.0001 — ch registered Common stock (par value $0.0001 per share) QUBT The Nasdaq Stock Ma
- $425,000 — shall receive an annual base salary of $425,000 and a target annual bonus equal to 100%
Filing Documents
- ea0270014-8k_quantum.htm (8-K) — 27KB
- ea027001401ex10-1_quantum.htm (EX-10.1) — 95KB
- 0001213900-25-122478.txt ( ) — 313KB
- qubt-20251212.xsd (EX-101.SCH) — 3KB
- qubt-20251212_lab.xml (EX-101.LAB) — 33KB
- qubt-20251212_pre.xml (EX-101.PRE) — 22KB
- ea0270014-8k_quantum_htm.xml (XML) — 4KB
02 Departure of Directors or Certain
Item 5.02 Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers. As previously reported, on April 11, 2025, the board of directors (the "Board") of Quantum Computing Inc. (the "Company") appointed Dr. Yuping Huang to serve as the Company's Interim Chief Executive Officer and President. On December 12, 2025, the Board appointed Dr. Yuping Huang to serve as the Company's Chief Executive Officer (the "CEO Appointment"). Dr. Huang, age 45, has served as the Interim Chief Executive Officer and President since April 11, 2025, Chairman of the Board since December 10, 2024, and Chief Quantum Officer since June 16, 2022 and will continue to serve as President and Chairman of the Board during his service as Chief Executive Officer. Prior to joining the Company, Dr. Huang founded QPhoton, Inc., where he served as Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer from 2020 until its acquisition by the Company on June 16, 2022. QPhoton, Inc. was a development stage company commercializing quantum photonic technology and devices to provide innovative and practical quantum solutions. In connection with the CEO Appointment, the Company and Dr. Huang entered into an amended and restated employment agreement (the "Employment Agreement"), effective as of January 1, 2026, whereby, as compensation for his services as the Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Huang shall receive an annual base salary of $425,000 and a target annual bonus equal to 100% of base salary. Dr. Huang will also be eligible for annual long-term incentive awards of stock and stock options in amounts and subject to terms and conditions to be determined by the Board and based on performance criteria to be established by the Board. There is no arrangement or understanding between Dr. Huang and any other person pursuant to which Dr. Huang was appointed as Chief Executive Officer. There are no family relationships between Dr. Huang
02 of this Current Report on Form 8-K contains
Item 5.02 of this Current Report on Form 8-K contains only a brief description of the material terms of and does not purport to be a complete description of the rights and obligations of the parties to the Employment Agreement, and such description is qualified in its entirety by reference to the full text of the Employment Agreement, which is filed as Exhibit 10.1 hereto and is incorporated herein by reference.
01. Financial Statements and Exhibits
Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d) Exhibits . Exhibit Number Description 10.1 Employment Agreement, by and between Quantum Computing Inc. and Yuping Huang, dated December 16, 2025 104 Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document) 1
SIGNATURES
SIGNATURES Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized. QUANTUM COMPUTING INC. Date: December 16, 2025 By: /s/ Christopher Roberts Christopher Roberts Chief Financial Officer 2