On August 21, 2025, Elon Musk stirred the public with a provocative tweet: he suggested that AI could intentionally target the human limbic system—the emotional core of the brain—and potentially increase birth rates by shaping human instincts. While his speculations captivated social media, the real story lies in the broader, nuanced ways AI is beginning to intersect with emotional life and fertility—extending far beyond sensational claims.