Archive · 16 Dec 2025
EDT Raises $1.4M in Pre-Seed Funding
EDT is a new company that makes home appliances.
They just got $1.4 million from investors like Sauce VC and some well-known founders.
The money will help them create new products for the home, kitchen, and beauty.
The company was started by Naiyya Saggi and Vyasateja Rao.
They want to make appliances that are not only useful but also fun and easy to use.
EDT plans to sell their products first in India and then in other countries like the GCC and the US.
They have big plans to make everyday tasks more enjoyable with their new designs.
EDT, a consumer appliances startup, raised $1.4 million in pre-seed funding led by Sauce VC.
The round included investments from Consumer Collective, marquee founders, and industry veterans.
Founded by Naiyya Saggi and Vyasateja Rao, EDT aims to redefine the appliances category with thoughtful design and intuitive technology.
The funds will be used for product development, R&D, and hiring top talent globally.
EDT plans to launch products in India first, with expansion into GCC and US markets.
- Who
- EDT, a consumer appliances startup founded by Naiyya Saggi and Vyasateja Rao
- What
- Raised $1.4 million in pre-seed funding
- When
- December 16, 2025
- Where
- India, with plans to expand to GCC and US
- Why
- To build products, establish R&D-driven design, and hire top talent
- Funding Amount
- $1.4 million
- Lead Investor
- Sauce VC
- Other Investors
- Consumer Collective, marquee founders, industry veterans
- Founders
- Naiyya Saggi, Vyasateja Rao
- Launch Year
- 2025
- Initial Markets
- India, GCC, US
- Product Categories
- Home, Kitchen, Beauty
- Advisors
- Caitlin Kalinowski, Elizabeth Layne, Anushree Tainwala
