NetApp Inc., a leader in intelligent data infrastructure, has released a new report titled "The AI Space Race," which analyzes the current state of global competition in artificial intelligence innovation. The study, conducted in partnership with Wakefield Research, surveyed 400 IT Executives and 400 CEOs from the US, China, the UK, and India. The findings reveal that more than 80% of these leaders are actively driving AI growth within their companies. The report highlights the critical role of data infrastructure and data management, emphasizing the need for agile, secure, and scalable cloud solutions to support AI innovation. According to Russell Fishman, Senior Director of Product Management at NetApp, success in the AI space race will depend on organizations' ability to implement intelligent data infrastructures that unify, manage, and harness data for optimal AI outcomes. As AI adoption accelerates globally, NetApp positions itself as a key player in helping organizations extract maximum value from their data, ensuring they remain competitive in this rapidly evolving field.