DataExpert strengthens counter fraud services by acquiring Fox-IT’s DetACT business unit

On 21 December 2023, DataExpert is proud to announce the acquisition of DetACT. With this step, we strengthen our technology and services portfolio consisting of Cybercrime, Counter fraud, and Cyber security technology services in Europe".

Part of NCC Group’s Fox-IT division, DetACT has provided advanced preventive fraud detection to European financial services clients for over 14 years.

DataExpert is a managed service provider of cybercrime, counter fraud, and cybersecurity technology solutions, combining domain expertise and software solutions, to help both public and private customers fight cybercrime and fraud across the Benelux and Nordic regions.

Robbert Bakker, DataExpert CEO explains:

“The DetACT team and DataExpert share the same DNA: fighting fraud and crime. It’s great to see these two teams coming together to jointly support our customers in their mission. The DetACT solution empowers financial services institutions of all sizes to prevent online banking fraud. By combining DetACT with the domain expertise and services of the DataExpert group, the team can offer end-to-end counter-fraud services. These services range from intelligence gathering to fraud prevention and forensic investigation, often working in close cooperation with law enforcement. Our customers are set to greatly benefit from the synergy of this combined team and from the future innovation and development of the DetACT solution.”

Mike Maddison, NCC Group CEO comments:

 “We’re proud of the business our DetACT colleagues have built and want to thank them for all they have contributed to the success of the business and wish them all the very best as they become part of DataExpert, and go from strength to strength, continuing to deliver fantastic work for existing and future clients.”