Comment by LeFantome

Yes, extensions are perfect for embedded. But not just there.

Extensions allow you to address specific customer needs, evolve specific use cases, and experiment. AI is another perfect fit. And the hyperscaler market is another one where the hardware and software may come from the same party and be designed to work together. Compatibility with the standard is great for toolchains and off-the-shelf software but there is no need for a hyperscaler or AI specific extension to be implemented by anybody else. If something more universally useful is discovered by one party, it can be added to a future standard profile.