Analysis of Fraudsters' Discourse Patterns from a Goal-adaptational Perspective

Abstract

In recent years, the advancement of technology and improvement of living standards have contributed to a growing incidence of telecommunications fraud. Its impact is no longer limited to financial losses but has extended to undermining social trust and stability. Despite intensive enforcement efforts, the overall situation remains severe. Using authentic telecommunications fraud discourse as data, this study adopts Goal Adaptation Theory as its theoretical framework to analyze the discourse patterns utilized by fraudsters. The research categorizes these patterns into three types—gang-style fraud, dynamic interaction fraud and phishing fraud— and elucidates how each facilitates the achievement of fraudulent objectives. This study not only enhances public ability to recognize such frauds but also offers practical insights for raising awareness and strengthening preventive measures, thereby contributing meaningfully to fraud governance.