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The Romanian scooter start-up Splash announced its closure due to new regulations imposed by the Bucharest City Council. The regulations include increased fees and operational requirements for electric scooter rental companies. Splash, which has been operating for seven years, will cease operations by the end of this year. The new rules mandate a daily fee for scooters on public property and require operators to obtain authorization from the city. Additionally, only individuals aged 18 and older can rent scooters, with some exceptions for younger riders with specific licenses. Violations of the regulations may result in significant fines.