Season 3, episode 8
DXwand
دي إكس واند
DXwand is an AI company offering Arabic conversational AI and data analytics that helps enterprises and government bodies raise productivity and profits.
Watch the pitchThe founders asked
150M EGP
for 10% · valuation 1.5B EGP
Result
No investment
They left without a deal
In short: DXwand pitched in Season 3, episode 8. The founders asked for 150M EGP for 10%, valuing the company at 1.5B EGP. They left without a deal.
Overview
DXwand is an AI company offering Arabic conversational AI and data analytics that helps enterprises and government bodies raise productivity and profits. Its platform automates text and voice conversations across call centres, WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger, SMS and websites, and understands Arabic and English slang. Co-founded in 2018 by CEO Ahmed Mahmoud and Mahmoud Gomaa and based in Cairo and Dubai, it raised a USD 1 million pre-Series A in 2022 and a USD 4 million Series A led by Shorooq Partners and Algebra Ventures in 2024. Its EGP 150 million ask for 10%, to expand beyond Egypt, was the season's largest; the sharks declined to invest but said they wanted to work with it.
The pitch
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Frequently asked questions
What is DXwand?
DXwand is an AI company offering Arabic conversational AI and data analytics that helps enterprises and government bodies raise productivity and profits. Its platform automates text and voice conversations across call centres, WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger, SMS and websites, and understands Arabic and English slang. Co-founded in 2018 by CEO Ahmed Mahmoud and Mahmoud Gomaa and based in Cairo and Dubai, it raised a USD 1 million pre-Series A in 2022 and a USD 4 million Series A led by Shorooq Partners and Algebra Ventures in 2024. Its EGP 150 million ask for 10%, to expand beyond Egypt, was the season's largest; the sharks declined to invest but said they wanted to work with it.
Who founded DXwand?
DXwand was founded by Ahmed Mahmoud and Mahmoud Gomaa, who pitched it on Shark Tank Egypt.
When did DXwand appear on Shark Tank Egypt?
In Season 3, episode 8 (2024-2025).
How much did DXwand ask for on Shark Tank Egypt?
150M EGP for 10%, valuing the company at 1.5B EGP.
Did DXwand get a deal on Shark Tank Egypt?
No. DXwand left the tank without a deal.
More questions (6)
Where is DXwand based and when was it founded?
DXwand is based in Cairo, Egypt. Founded in 2018.
What is DXwand's website and social media?
Website: dxwand.com. On LinkedIn, X, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube; links are on this page.
Where can I watch DXwand's pitch?
The pitch from Season 3, episode 8 is on YouTube: youtube.com/watch?v=0kKkmzjmeOo
Which episode of Shark Tank Egypt was DXwand in?
Season 3, episode 8. Also in that episode: CIPPO and ReNile. Details →
Which sharks did DXwand pitch to?
The Season 3 panel: Ahmed El Sewedy, Mohamed Farouk, Mohamed Ismail Mansour, Abdallah Sallam, Ayman Abbas, Dina Ghabbour, Ahmed Tarek Khalil, Yasseen Mansour, Mona Ataya and Noor Sweid.
What sector is DXwand in?
Tech. 18 other Tech startups pitched on the show. Details →
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