What counts as “high-risk” AI under the EU’s AI Act, and what rules apply
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Author: Sorin
Editor at WOW Magazine. Writes the guides for people moving to or visiting Cluj-Napoca and Romania, plus plain-language explainers on technology, money and European rules. Every article lists its sources.
What is quantum computing, and why does it actually matter in 2026?
Quantum computing has moved from physics-lab curiosity to a technology that large companies, banks and governments are actively spending money on. But it has not moved to your desk, and it is not about to.
Romania work visa from Morocco in 2026: embassy, fees and how to avoid scams
Morocco is one of the main countries of origin for Romanian work authorisations, according to a 14 July 2026 release from Romania’s General Inspectorate for Immigration (IGI).
Romania work visa from the Philippines in 2026: embassy, fees and how to avoid scams
Filipino workers going to Romania deal with two sets of rules: Romania decides the visa, and the Philippines’ Department of Migrant Workers (DMW, which took over the former POEA) controls recruitment and departure.
Romania work visa from Egypt in 2026: embassy, fees, documents, legalisation and how to avoid scams
In its 14 July 2026 release, Romania’s General Inspectorate for Immigration (IGI) listed Egypt third among the countries of origin for work authorisations, after Nepal and Sri Lanka.
Bottle deposit in Romania (RetuRO) in 2026: how the 0.50 lei SGR deposit works and where to return
Since 30 November 2023, most drinks in Romania sold in plastic, glass or metal containers of 0.1 to 3 litres carry a deposit of 0.50 lei per container. You pay it at the till and get it back in full when you return the empty container at any return point in the country.
Power of attorney in Romania in 2026: the notarial procura, signing abroad, apostille and translation
A Romanian power of attorney is called a procură. The Civil Code (Law 287/2009) makes it follow the form of the act it is used for, so a procura to sell or buy land or a flat must be authenticated by a notary.
Sick leave in Romania in 2026: who pays, how much, and how the medical certificate works
Sick pay in Romania is a health insurance benefit set by Emergency Ordinance (OUG) 158/2005. In 2026 ordinary illness pays 55%, 65% or 75% of your average gross income depending on how long the illness episode lasts.
Property tax in Romania in 2026: building, land and car tax for foreign owners, and how to pay
Owners of a flat, house, plot or car in Romania pay annual local taxes to the town hall, not to ANAF. Under Title IX of the Fiscal Code (Law 227/2015, consolidated version of 25 October 2026), the tax on a home is 0.08% to 0.2% of a taxable value worked out by formula (Article 457).
ITP and RCA in Romania in 2026: car technical inspection and compulsory insurance explained
Every car registered in Romania needs two things to stay legal on the road: a valid periodic technical inspection (ITP, inspecția tehnică periodică) and compulsory third-party motor insurance (RCA).
