Yahoo's must-keep stars

What's behind Microsoft's $44.6 billion hostile bid for Yahoo? If you ask Microsoft, it's the talent. Here are five Yahoos at the center of the takeover battle.

Caterina Fake
Caterina Fake
Co-founder of Flickr and head of Yahoo's technology development group
Let's face it, Microsoft isn't exactly known for being hip. Its lack of social media-savvy in particular is why sources say Fake, who started a hit photo-sharing site (Flickr, which Yahoo bought in 2005) under her belt, could be an asset for Redmond. As head of Yahoo's technology development group, Fake is now in charge of finding the next Flickr and would bring her deep understanding of online communities to Microsoft.
Last updated February 28 2008: 4:12 AM ET

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