If you're thinking of getting into crypto, rest assured that you'll be keeping esteemed company.

During the New York Times Dealbook conference, Apple CEO Tim Cook confirmed that some of his personal fortune is invested in the chaotic world of cryptocurrency.

However, while he held Apple's cryptocurrency cards much closer to his chest, he did tease that "there are other things that we're definitely looking at" with regards to Apple's future crypto plans.

What Did Apple CEO Tim Cook Say About Crypto?

It is the first time Cook has confirmed that he has a personal crypto investment, finding the technology "interesting" and that "it's reasonable to own it as part of a diversified portfolio."

There are few that would disagree with Mr. Cook's analysis of crypto markets, especially given the monumental returns on some cryptocurrencies throughout 2021. On Tuesday, November 9, 2021, Bitcoin's price hit a new all-time high of $68,521 before falling back to a support level between $63,000 to $65,000.

Will Apple Support Bitcoin Payments?

But when it came to talking about Apple's plans with cryptocurrency, Cook said plainly that Apple has no current intention to use its considerable cash reserves to buy Bitcoin, Ethereum, or any other cryptocurrency, despite other major companies adding crypto to their balance sheet.

It's something that we're looking at. It's not something we have immediate plans to do.

He also added that "I don't think people buy Apple stock to get exposure to crypto," referencing the rush to invest in companies that hold Bitcoin, rather than just investing in the cryptocurrency itself.

You can see Tim Cook's full interview below.

But before you give up on Apple ever accepting Bitcoin as a payment method, Cook did deliver some cryptic crypto information, stating that "There are other things that we [Apple] are definitely looking at," but of course, without revealing anything of note.

Cook also had a few words on one of crypto's hot topics, NFTs.

I think it's also interesting. I think it will take a while to play out in a way that is for the mainstream person, but I think it's interesting.

Again, echoing how many view the oft-baffling world of non-fungible tokens in its current guise. For now, most NFTs are art-focused, but there are numerous real-world use cases for NFTs in the future.

Cook Also Talks Apple App Sideloading

During the 30 minute conversation, Cook also reaffirmed that Apple would be sticking to its stance on app sideloading, maintaining that the App Store and iPhones will remain closed and, therefore, more secure.

If you want to sideload, you can buy [an] Android phone. That choice exists when you go into the carrier shop. If that's important to you, then you should buy an Android phone.

The prospect of sideloading apps has become a regular talking point for Apple executives since its court case with Epic Games regarding third-party software on iOS devices.

Cook was resolute, claiming that "It wouldn't be an iPhone if it didn't maximize security and privacy," a statement most iPhone users are likely to agree with. Given the comparison of malware incidents on Apple's App Store versus Android's Google Play, the latter is frequently flagged as a malware distribution tool.

By refusing to allow sideloading apps, the iOS ecosystem remains a more secure prospect than Android devices.

Tim Cook Courts Crypto, But It's Not Time For Apple—Yet

Tim Cook's interview cast some interesting light on his take on cryptocurrency, which many will revel in hearing.

Furthermore, while Cook couldn't confirm any of Apple's future cryptocurrency plans, even the slight revelation that the company is looking at future plans will be music to some user's ears.