Ethereum price gains 1.4% on December 26, eyes breakout past $3,000 resistance. Market experts predict rally to all-time highs of $4,954. Whale accumulation for ETH accelerates over past month.

ETH consolidates under $3,000 after losing support, bounces back from $2,900 lows. Volatility resumes amid $3.8 billion in ETH options expiring.

Crypto analyst notes ETH failed to hold above $3,000, could revisit $2,800 support. Large investor buys $16.09 million worth of ETH, accumulating $130.7 million over past three weeks.

Whale investors purchase 220,000 ETH worth $660 million in past week. Hidden bullish divergence in Ethereum price suggests potential strong upside move, possible rally to $8,500 range.

$3.8 billion of spot Ethereum options expired on Dec. 26, increasing market volatility. Ethereum ETF outflows continue as blockchain prepares for major network upgrades in 2026.

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