The Long Beach News

collapse
Daily News Analysis
    Julian Assange ‘has paid his dues’, says ex-US intelligence boss

    Julian Assange ‘has paid his dues’, says ex-US intelligence boss

    Aug 31, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    Julian Assange has been released from Belmarsh Prison after striking a plea deal with US authorities. The WikiLeaks founder will plead guilty to conspiracy to obtain and disclose national defence information. Former US intelligence director James Clapper says Assange has 'paid his dues' over the 2010 disclosures. Assange is expected to return to Australia after sentencing in the Mariana Islands.
    Diddy's son Christian Combs links up with DDG on stream, says 'Free Diddy'

    Diddy's son Christian Combs links up with DDG on stream, says 'Free Diddy'

    Aug 31, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    Christian Combs, known as King Combs, joined DDG on a livestream and used the moment to call for his father's freedom. The public plea is the latest in a series of shows of support from the rapper, who has stood by Sean 'Diddy' Combs throughout his legal troubles. Christian previously released an EP featuring a track called 'Diddy Free' and wrote a letter to the court praising his father.
    Arista hits first $3B quarter as AI networking demand continues and supply pressures show signs of improvement

    Arista hits first $3B quarter as AI networking demand continues and supply pressures show signs of improvement

    Aug 19, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    Arista Networks posted record quarterly revenue of $3.036 billion, its first $3 billion quarter, driven by AI networking momentum and easing supply constraints. The company cited strong demand for its Etherlink AI fabrics, with more than 100 cumulative customers. Arista also detailed improvements in memory, chip, and optics supply chains while introducing new EOS capabilities for AI networks. Executives raised their annual growth projection to 40%, citing expanding opportunities across data center, campus, and routing markets.
    Cisco exec testifies at US Senate panel on AI’s network impact

    Cisco exec testifies at US Senate panel on AI’s network impact

    Aug 19, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    A Cisco executive testified before a U.S. Senate subcommittee that artificial intelligence is fundamentally reshaping networks. Bob Everson cited a fourfold increase in AI inference traffic and said AI agents generate 450% more traffic than people. He urged lawmakers to modernize permitting, preserve balanced spectrum policy, and accelerate AI-native infrastructure.
    Network evolution for the Agentic AI era

    Network evolution for the Agentic AI era

    Aug 19, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    AI workloads are reshaping network demands, moving from predictable traffic to always-on, agent-driven patterns. Enterprises must modernize IP networks with segment routing, EVPN, real-time telemetry, and FlexAlgo to keep pace. This article explores how these technologies enable dynamic path control, security, and policy enforcement. Those who adapt will unlock new revenue; those who delay risk losing relevance.
    Groundcover raises $100M as observability pivots from monitoring to AI infrastructure

    Groundcover raises $100M as observability pivots from monitoring to AI infrastructure

    Aug 19, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    Groundcover announced a $100 million Series C round led by One Peak as observability pivots from traditional monitoring to AI infrastructure. The company uses eBPF and OpenTelemetry to observe distributed systems and now aims to cover agentic AI workflows. Total funding is now $160 million.
    IBM partners with OpenAI to drive enterprise AI deployment

    IBM partners with OpenAI to drive enterprise AI deployment

    Aug 19, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    IBM and OpenAI announced a broad partnership to embed frontier AI models and products into IBM Consulting Advantage. The collaboration will focus on business transformation, legacy modernization, and expanded cybersecurity offerings. IBM will join the OpenAI Partner Network and certify thousands of consultants to help enterprises accelerate AI implementations.
    Blake Lively vs. Justin Baldoni legal battle sparks another bitter lawsuit

    Blake Lively vs. Justin Baldoni legal battle sparks another bitter lawsuit

    Aug 19, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    A former Daily Mail entertainment reporter has filed a lawsuit against his old employer, alleging wrongful termination and retaliation after he became entangled in the Blake Lively-Justin Baldoni litigation. James Vituscka says the outlet pressured him to sign a declaration and later fired him for protecting his integrity. The Daily Mail denies the claims and says the lawsuit is meritless.
    Hugh Jackman reportedly needs Sutton Foster’s estranged husband to sign off on divorce as alleged marriage plans stall

    Hugh Jackman reportedly needs Sutton Foster’s estranged husband to sign off on divorce as alleged marriage plans stall

    Aug 19, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster's relationship is facing a major obstacle as the actress's divorce from screenwriter Ted Griffin remains unsettled. According to reports, Jackman is trying to build a friendly rapport with Griffin to get him to sign off on the divorce. Sources claim the ongoing legal proceedings are casting a shadow over the couple's plans to marry. Meanwhile, Jackman is willing to swallow his pride to make peace with Griffin.
Your experience on this site will be improved by allowing cookies Cookie Policy