

On May 20, 2026, Jaeyeol Jung, the Managing Partner of Pine IP Firm, was officially appointed as an 'Innovative Finance Expert' by the Korea Fintech Support Center.
The Korea Fintech Support Center is a prominent public institution under the Financial Services Commission (FSC) of Korea, dedicated to nurturing the fintech industry and fostering a robust ecosystem for financial innovation. In his new role, Mr. Jung will serve on the expert support team, providing comprehensive consulting for the Financial Regulatory Sandbox and fintech growth initiatives.
This appointment recognizes Mr. Jung’s extensive expertise in Intellectual Property (IP). He will provide strategic legal and policy guidance to fintech companies, helping them navigate complex regulatory environments. The key areas of his activity will include:
The term of this appointment runs from May 20, 2026, to April 2, 2027. During this period, Mr. Jung is expected to play a pivotal role in helping innovative financial service providers overcome legal hurdles and secure a stable foundation for their businesses.
Managing Partner Jaeyeol Jung stated, "It is a great honor to support the advancement of the Korean fintech industry as an Innovative Finance Expert. I am committed to helping fintech companies protect their creative ideas with strong IP rights and navigate regulatory barriers to gain a competitive edge in the global market."
With this appointment, Pine IP Firm reinforces its commitment to providing high-level specialized services to clients in future-oriented sectors such as Fintech, AI, and Blockchain. Pine IP Firm remains dedicated to being a trusted partner that realizes the innovative value of our clients through legal excellence.