# \[#TIOF] Argos Club Launch - UMN

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### YOU ARE INVITED!

#### Faculty of Engineering and Informatics - Universitas Multimedia Nusantara x The IO Foundation present the official launch of the PromptForge Laboratory and the ARGOS Club.

Date: Friday, 13 February 2026 | Doors Open: 07:30 AM

Location: Sumbawa Room, Building C 5 floor, Universitas Multimedia Nusantara

#### The Launch Event

Join us on Friday, 13 February, for a hands-on introduction. We call our workshops "Training Bytes" because they are fast, high-impact, and highly digestible.

Morning Session (08:30 - 12:00):

* Workshop #1: See the PromptForge AI servers in action (blockchain-based certificate provided)
* App Walkthrough: First look at the proprietary apps used for club projects.
* Argos Club and PromptForge Lab Launch, Charter Member Inauguration

Lunch and open discussion (12.00-13.00)

Afternoon Feature (13:00 - 16:00):

* Workshop #2: IETF 125 1st Preparation Session - Introduction to the event.  Learn how UMN students can contribute to the global standards being set for IETF 125
* Onboarding Argos Club Members and IETF 125 Remote Fellowship members

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#### The ARGOS Club: Your International Tech Gateway

"Beyond the classroom. Into the global workforce."

The ARGOS Club is an elite student and alumni community dedicated to the Data-Centric Digital Rights (DCDR) framework. At UMN, we focus on the intersection of high-performance computing and the protocols that run the world.

What we do:

* Exploration: Dive deep into AI, virtualization, cybersecurity, and networking.
* ProtocolWatch: Get involved in the actual development of international technical standards.
* Global Mobility: Access TIOF’s international workforce marketplace to turn your student membership into a professional career.

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#### The PromptForge Lab: The Powerhouse

"High-Performance Hardware. Zero Obsolescence."

The PromptForge Lab is the physical heartbeat of our community. Unlike standard computer labs, PromptForge is a Managed Tech Ecosystem featuring:

* Specialized AI Servers: Industrial-grade power for heavy-duty AI and data processing.
* Advanced Networking: A custom-built system designed to support DCDR exploration.
* A Living Lab: Because the lab is managed by TIOF, the hardware is continuously upgraded. You will always work with the latest tech—never yesterday's gear.

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#### Why Join the ARGOS Club?

| **Benefit**                                   | **What it means for you**                                                                                                                                                                                                         |
| --------------------------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| IETF Participation                            | A direct path to contributing to global internet standards.                                                                                                                                                                       |
| Blockchain Certificates                       | Every Training/Workshop and Project you complete earns you a digital, tamper-proof credential.                                                                                                                                    |
| UMN credit recognition and curriculum support | <p>3 to 6 credit/SKS (specifically for Information Systems study program).<br>You can also get TIOF internship opportunity and using the lab for your Final Projects or other curriculum requirement.</p>                         |
| Global Portfolio                              | Build a task-based portfolio in the TIOF database during your student years and upon graduation, you can upgrade your Argos Club membership into Professional membership to be included in TIOF Network professional marketplace. |
| Managed Access                                | Use the PromptForge Lab servers without worrying about hardware maintenance.                                                                                                                                                      |

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#### Take Action: Your Next Step: Ready to become an ARGOS UMN Member?

*Apply for full club membership today to secure your access to the PromptForge Lab.*

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*A Strategic Partnership between Universitas Multimedia Nusantara and The IO Foundation.*


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