It sounds like the FAA intends to announce a new policy that will dictate requirements for the commercial use of UAVs. This has been in the works for some time.

The good news: this will allow for the commercial use of UAVs without a waiver. At the moment, (as far as the FAA is concerned,) there is no way to legally fly a UAV for commercial purposes without a waiver from the FAA.

The bad news: The requirements might be kinda strict. I would not be surprised if the policy required that all UAVs used for commercial purposes be registered with the FAA. Perhaps they will add a new "UAV" category of aircraft, along with training and experience standards needed in order to get a pilot's license for the UAV category. If a new UAV category is added, it may be possible to get the pilot certificate without flight time in full-scale aircraft.

Keep in mind that this decision may not have much impact on modelers who fly for hobby or recreational use. It sounds like the new policy will be focused on the commercial use of UAVs.