CNBC: AOL CEO Tim Armstrong has responded to reports that the future of his company’s content brands — including the Huffington Post — are in limbo following its announced merger with Verizon, saying they were always part of the deal. Armstrong called the Huffington Post a “very important asset,” noting that it will receive more investment as part of the combined company. Also, founder Arianna Huffington was involved in merger discussions, he said. “Arianna has a relationship with us and with the company, which I think will be ongoing for a long period of time.”