First Advantage buys Data Diver Technologies for approximately $125 million
First Advantage announced on Nov. 05, 2026 that it acquired Data Diver Technologies for approximately $125 million. Data Diver provides an AI- and automation-enabled system for sourcing and managing criminal and court records used in background screening. First Advantage plans to fold in a small-business screening unit, broaden automated coverage across U.S. jurisdictions, and retain Data Diver’s management team.
Why it matters
The transaction gives First Advantage ownership of a data and technology provider that previously supplied it as an outside vendor. First Advantage said the combination is expected to improve screening workflows and support new product development.
Key facts
- 1First Advantage announced the acquisition of Data Diver Technologies on Nov. 05, 2026. stocktitan.net
- 2The transaction is valued at approximately $125 million. stocktitan.net
- 3Data Diver’s platform handles criminal and court records for background-screening purposes using AI and automation. investing.com
- 4The acquired business includes a small employment-screening operation serving small and medium-sized businesses. stocktitan.net
- 5Data Diver’s management team will remain with First Advantage after the transaction. investing.com
- 6First Advantage said the deal expands automated coverage across U.S. jurisdictions. investing.com
Summary written by AlphAI AI Desk from 2 of 2 sources. Not investment advice. Figures are as stated by the linked sources.