Disclaimer: I haven't used WeChat at all, but its mini-programs sound just like apps. Maybe it simplifies the process of installing and using them but what does

Disclaimer: I haven't used WeChat at all, but its mini-programs sound just like apps. Maybe it simplifies the process of installing and using them but what does that do to the security model? Does that mean WeChat is in total control of your information, providing it to 3rd parties that you may not have verified for yourself? Granted, there are plenty of problems with apps and security as it is, but at least you can have separate registrations for each and one sketchy app doesn't necessarily compromise your whole system. Maybe the article doesn't make the point well or I'm just missing it.