future-proof

British

adjective

(of a system, computer, program, etc) guaranteed not to be superseded by future versions, developments, etc

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“We need to provide clarity, and Congress is the only one that can future-proof it,” SEC Chairman Paul Atkins said at the Digital Asset Summit in New York on Tuesday.

From Barron's • Mar. 24, 2026

Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson says the "bold reforms" will end the snobbery in post-16 education, and support young people to build secure, future-proof careers.

From BBC • Mar. 9, 2026

He said, I believe being a professional soccer player is future-proof because no one will want to watch AI robots on the field.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 26, 2026

Considering what awaits them in dealership service bays, I understand why consumers would want to future-proof their sanity with the rock-ribbed V8.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 6, 2026

This is also a good time to future-proof your home.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 14, 2026

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