[Issue #300] Perf: Edge Runtime for Auth Middleware

[Ogstevyn]

The auth middleware runs on Node.js runtime, adding latency to every protected route. Moving to Edge Runtime reduces cold start time and improves global latency.\n\nAdd export const runtime = 'edge' to middleware.ts. Replace any Node.js-only APIs with Edge-compatible alternatives. Ensure JWT verification uses jose (Web Crypto API compatible).\n\nAcceptance Criteria: Vercel deployment shows middleware running on Edge Runtime.\n\nFiles: middleware.ts (Modify — add runtime export)

[Valreb001]

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[QueenColly]

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I have worked on similar issues before. Working on this would be something I'd enjoy to do. Can I be assigned?

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