Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission: Licensed institutions are required to submit suspicious transaction reports using STREAMS 2.

Techub News reported that according to a circular from the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission, licensed corporations, virtual asset service providers licensed by the SFC, and related entities must transition to the "Second Generation Suspicious Transaction Report and Management System" (STREAMS 2) launched by the Joint Financial Intelligence Unit by February 2, 2026. From February 2, 2026, STREAMS 2 will replace the existing system and become the sole channel for submitting suspicious transaction reports. The circular stated that licensed institutions can submit reports via XML format, specified PDF format, or online forms to enhance automation and analytical capabilities and improve the efficiency of financial intelligence processing.