Chatsworth, CA, [April 10, 2025] — DDN, the global leader in AI and data intelligence solutions, announced today that CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company, has named DDN to its prestigious 2025 Storage 100 list in the Software-Defined Storage category.
The CRN Storage 100 recognizes companies that are leading the way in storage innovation, delivering cutting-edge technology, and fostering high-impact strategic partnerships. Selected by CRN’s editorial team, the Storage 100 highlights vendors that provide best-in-class solutions that empower businesses to manage, protect, and optimize their data at scale.
Industry Recognition for Transformational AI Storage Innovation
As organizations rapidly adopt AI, HPC, and cloud-driven workloads, DDN’s software-defined storage solutions provide the scalability, flexibility, and intelligence required to keep pace with data-intensive environments. DDN’s Infinia and EXAScaler platforms are purpose-built to accelerate AI-driven workflows, optimize GPU utilization, and eliminate bottlenecks in modern data infrastructure.
“As AI continues to reshape industries, technology must evolve to meet the increasing demands of real-time data processing and scalable infrastructure,” said Wendy Stusrud, VP of WW Channel Sales at DDN. “Being recognized on the CRN Storage 100 list is a testament to DDN’s innovation in software-defined storage and our commitment to delivering high-performance, AI-optimized solutions that drive real business outcomes.”
“We’re pleased to highlight the companies on the Storage 100 list for their commitment to working hand in hand with the channel to deliver transformational storage solutions,” said Jennifer Follett, VP, U.S. Content and Executive Editor, CRN, at The Channel Company. “These technology vendors consistently prioritize meaningful storage innovation and evolving partner strategies that advance success for all parts of the channel ecosystem.”
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Coverage of the CRN Storage 100 list begins on April 14, 2025, at www.crn.com/storage100.
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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