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DDN Recognized on the 2nd Annual CRN AI 100 List for Innovation in AI Data Intelligence

CHATSWORTH, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--DDN, the global leader in AI and data intelligence solutions, announced today that it has been honored by CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company, with a spot on the 2025 AI 100 list in the Data & Analytics category.

Now in its second year, the AI 100 list recognizes vendors at the leading edge of the rapidly evolving artificial intelligence landscape across cloud, data center and edge, software, data and analytics, and cybersecurity. Their commitment to AI innovation empowers IT channel partners to build their own AI tech stacks, create AI-based solutions that improve customer outcomes, and access new opportunities for growth for 2025 and beyond.

Driving AI Innovation with DDN Infinia

DDN was selected for its breakthrough advancements in AI data intelligence, particularly with DDN Infinia, a software-defined AI data platform designed to eliminate bottlenecks, optimize AI workflows, and scale across enterprise AI environments. As enterprises accelerate AI adoption, DDN’s data intelligence solutions provide the foundation for high-performance AI model training, inference, and real-time decision-making—ensuring seamless scalability, security, and efficiency.

“AI success depends on intelligent data infrastructure, and at DDN, we are dedicated to empowering enterprises with AI-driven data solutions that maximize performance and efficiency,” said Wendy Stusrud, VP, WW Channel Sales at DDN. “We are honored to be recognized on CRN’s AI 100 list for our innovation and commitment to helping customers unlock the full potential of AI.”

“We are proud to celebrate the technology vendors on the 2025 AI 100 list for their dedication to pushing the boundaries of artificial intelligence solutions within the IT channel,” said Jennifer Follett, VP, U.S. Content, and Executive Editor, CRN at The Channel Company. “As AI transformation progresses, there remains strong demand for new technologies that enable channel partners to meet customer needs and strengthen their competitive edge. Congratulations to all the honorees who have differentiated themselves in the dynamic arena of AI!”

The 2025 CRN AI 100 list will be featured in the April issue of CRN Magazine and online at https://www.crn.com/ai100 beginning April 7, 2025.

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About DDN

DDN is the world’s leading AI and data intelligence company, empowering organizations to maximize the value of their data with end-to-end HPC and AI-focused solutions. Its customers range from the largest global enterprises and AI hyperscalers to cutting-edge research centers, all leveraging DDN’s proven data intelligence platform for scalable, secure, and high-performance AI deployments that drive 10x returns.

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About The Channel Company

The Channel Company (TCC) is the global leader in channel growth for the world’s top technology brands. We accelerate success across strategic channels for tech vendors, solution providers, and end users with premier media brands, integrated marketing and event services, strategic consulting, and exclusive market and audience insights. TCC is a portfolio company of investment funds managed by EagleTree Capital, a New York City-based private equity firm. For more information, visit thechannelco.com.

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Amanda Lee
VP, Marketing – Analyst and Public Relations, DDN
amlee@ddn.com

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Amanda Lee
VP, Marketing – Analyst and Public Relations, DDN
amlee@ddn.com

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