D-Wave Quantum Appoints Acting CFO Greg Golkov; Grants $550K RSUs

What Happened D-Wave Quantum Inc. filed an 8‑K reporting that on September 17, 2026 its Board appointed Greg Golkov as Acting Chief Financial Officer (effective September 2, 2026) while he continues to serve as Senior Vice President of Finance. The company and Mr. Golkov executed an offer letter that sets temporary compensation and equity awards for the Interim Period until a new CFO is hired and begins employment.

Key Details

• Mr. Golkov will receive a responsibility allowance of $5,500 per month beginning September 2, 2026, in addition to his existing compensation.
• One-time restricted stock unit (RSU) grant with a grant-date value of $550,000 under the company’s 2022 Equity Incentive Plan; the RSUs vest ratably quarterly over one year beginning September 2, 2026.
• Any unvested RSUs will vest immediately on the start date of the new Chief Financial Officer (subject to continued service and award terms).
• Upon successful completion of the Interim Period, Mr. Golkov is eligible for a one-time bonus of $67,000, payable on the company’s next regular payroll date after the new CFO starts. The filing notes no other changes to his compensation or benefits.

Why It Matters This filing discloses a temporary leadership change in D-Wave’s finance function and the specific compensatory arrangements tied to that interim role. Investors should be aware the company recorded (or will record) additional cash compensation and an equity award for the Acting CFO (specified amounts above), which are disclosed corporate expenses and equity grants. The offer letter is filed as an exhibit to the 8‑K for further detail.