preventius
Preventius is a theoretical framework used in speculative fiction and some risk-management discussions to describe a proactive approach to preventing harm by anticipating future risks and intervening before they materialize. The term is not tied to a single tradition and lacks a formal, universally accepted definition.
Etymologically, preventius blends the Latin root preventus, meaning “to go beforehand,” with the common suffix -ius
Core ideas of preventius include anticipatory thinking, horizon scanning, data integration, scenario planning, and the deployment
In practice, preventius is often discussed in the context of risk governance, public policy design, and systems
Criticisms focus on the potential for overreach, false positives, chilling effects, and privacy or civil-liberties concerns.
See also: preemption, anticipatory governance, resilience, risk management.