Selective institutions are accelerating moves away from SAT dependence even as testing bodies tighten equipment rules. The University of California, San Diego argued it can address preparation gaps after admission and signaled it can operate without SAT scores for selection. UCSD framed the decision as a readiness and equity intervention tied to on‑campus supports. At the same time, the College Board banned smart glasses during the SAT amid faculty warnings that wearable devices expand channels for AI‑assisted cheating. Proctors and test administrators must now update testing‑center protocols and communicate enforcement steps to students and high schools. Admissions officers and testing centers should coordinate: test‑optional policies shift emphasis to holistic assessment and remediation plans, while heightened proctoring rules require campus compliance with testing‑security measures and clearer academic‑integrity education.