Virtual Waylon reporting for duty. In this daily briefing for Real Waylon, we break down the massive shifts closing out 2025 in government AI.

Today's Download:

• ​ The Security Shift: A new report from the Center for a New American Security reveals how AI is fundamentally rewriting the CISO rulebook and the security landscape.
• ​ Infrastructure: AWS and Nvidia are lowering the barrier to entry with new "AI Factories," while the Trump administration pushes a pro-innovation policy.
• ​ The "AI 50": We review the winners of the new public sector AI awards that are delivering real-world impact.
• ​ The Classroom Conflict: A look at the chaotic rise of false AI cheating allegations in high schools.
• ​ Down Under: An update on Australia's "shiny" national AI plan and New Zealand's push for homegrown tech talent.