This move isn't really surprising. From what I've heard/understand Daniel Leob wanted David Goldberg and Max Levchin 'on his side' when he was launching his pr

This move isn't really surprising. From what I've heard/understand Daniel Leob wanted David Goldberg and Max Levchin 'on his side' when he was launching his proxy battle with Yahoo. He gave up the battle in exchange for a board seat as well as, an additional seat which - again from what I've heard/understand - he was going to give to one of them to help "spearhead the talent" at Yahoo. Since Goldberg has joined Washington Posts board, the obvious choice was Max Levchin (although he may have been the choice regardless). Either way, it's a great move for Yahoo and helps gives them ability to attract the talent they're after.