future-proof

British

adjective

(of a system, computer, program, etc) guaranteed not to be superseded by future versions, developments, etc

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Danzger, the Florida career coach, is advising his clients in the middle tiers to future-proof themselves by embracing AI.

From MarketWatch • May 7, 2026

When big tech predicts that everyone will need AI systems to future-proof their businesses, it is effectively telling people to invest in AI, or else.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026

“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

Will this contract development future-proof Tuchel and the FA against World Cup failure?

From BBC • Feb. 12, 2026

Ferris does not believe the current Ireland squad, with so many familiar faces ruled out, will win the title but he hopes it will help future-proof the squad.

From BBC • Jan. 21, 2026

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