Raycast has launched its AI Extensions Beta, introducing a new way for users to interact with their extensions. The update allows users to create custom commands that can execute multiple tasks simultaneously without opening individual applications. This feature has been praised for its potential to enhance productivity, with examples including updating Slack statuses, playing specific Spotify playlists, and blocking distracting apps all through a single hotkey. The Firecrawl AI Extension, developed in partnership with Raycast, enables web extraction and deep research capabilities directly from the desktop. This new functionality is seen as a significant advancement in Raycast's vision for AI integration, allowing for natural language commands and improved flexibility in using extensions.