feat: [ECSoC_2026] Feature: Dynamic Streaming Platform Licensing Auction & Bidding Engine

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Problem

Studios currently do not have an interactive bidding auction mechanism where competing digital streaming platforms (NetCinema, StreamMax, CineStream, PrimePlay) compete for exclusive or non-exclusive streaming licensing windows for studio feature films.

Current Behavior

Streaming distribution deals are static without competitive bidding dynamics or platform valuation variances based on film genre and rating.

Why This Improvement Is Needed

Competitive bidding wars reflect modern film distribution where streaming giants bid aggressively for premiere rights, providing studios with immediate cash injection opportunities.

Proposed Solution

1. Create StreamingAuction Mongoose model storing auction asking prices, window types (Exclusive Day-Date, Post-Theatrical SVOD, Global Premiere), and platform bid arrays.
2. Develop streamingAuctionEngine.js to simulate multi-platform AI bidding behavior based on film quality, box office success, and release window exclusivity.
3. Add API controllers and Express routes (/api/streaming-auctions) for opening auctions and resolving winning bids.
4. Implement unit tests in streamingAuctionEngine.test.js.

Expected Outcome

• Dynamic multi-bid auctions for studio films.
• Winning platform bids automatically credited to studio cash balance.

Additional Notes

Tested for bid sorting order, minimum asking price enforcement, and platform valuation scaling.